Sample handling

{
  "id": "MLC-T-CHM-013519",
  "term": "Sample handling",
  "field": "Chemistry",
  "definition": "The sequence of operations to which a sample is subjected between the sampling process and the final measurement step of an analytical procedure. These operations include transportation, storage, and any physical or chemical pretreatments like dissolution, extraction, or derivatization required to prepare the sample for analysis. Proper handling protocols are necessary to prevent contamination, degradation, or loss of the analyte before the measurement is performed.",
  "subject": "Analytical Chemistry",
  "see_also": [
    "irradiation"
  ],
  "references": [
    "PAC, 1989, 61, 1657. 'Nomenclature for automated and mechanised analysis (Recommendations 1989)' on page 1661 (https://doi.org/10.1351/pac198961091657)"
  ],
  "url": "https://mlchart.com/terminology/chemistry/sample-handling/"
}