Proficiency testing scheme

{
  "id": "MLC-T-CHM-009516",
  "term": "Proficiency testing scheme",
  "field": "Chemistry",
  "definition": "A structured program of interlaboratory comparisons designed to evaluate the performance of participating laboratories for specific tests or measurements. This scheme defines the scope, frequency, and methodology for conducting proficiency tests, including the types of samples, analytical parameters, and performance assessment criteria. It provides an objective means of assessing laboratory competence.",
  "synonyms": [
    "PT scheme"
  ],
  "subject": "Analytical Chemistry",
  "see_also": [
    "proficiency testing",
    "inspection",
    "proficiency test item",
    "proficiency testing round",
    "testing"
  ],
  "references": [
    "PAC, 2021, 93, 997. 'Metrological and quality concepts in analytical chemistry (IUPAC Recommendations 2021)' on page 1034 (https://doi.org/10.1515/pac-2019-0819)"
  ],
  "url": "https://mlchart.com/terminology/chemistry/proficiency-testing-scheme/"
}