Variation of the result in a set of replicate measurements. This can be expressed,
e.g. as the
standard deviation or
coefficient of variation (relative
standard deviation). This term may have a more general meaning, e.g. if the replicates constitute a
batch or involve different instruments, laboratories and analyst.
Source:
PAC, 1989, 61, 1657
(Nomenclature for automated and mechanised analysis (Recommendations 1989))
on page 1663
PAC, 1995, 67, 1699
(Nomenclature in evaluation of analytical methods including detection and quantification
capabilities (IUPAC Recommendations 1995))
on page 1706