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A practical guide to quality assurance, quality control, method validation, sampling, measurement uncertainty, and laboratory management in analytical chemistry.

Quality Assurance in Analytical Chemistry by Elizabeth Prichard and Vicki Barwick provides comprehensive guidance for producing reliable analytical results and managing quality in chemical laboratories. The book covers quality assurance and quality control principles, laboratory standards including ISO 9001, ISO/IEC 17025, and ISO 15189, sampling, method selection and validation, calibration, metrological traceability, data treatment, measurement uncertainty, proficiency testing, documentation, audits, and management systems. It is designed as an open learning and distance learning resource for students, laboratory analysts, quality managers, and professionals responsible for analytical methods and laboratory performance. Application Scope: Analytical chemistry laboratories, chemical testing, laboratory quality management, method validation, sampling, calibration, quality control, accreditation, and proficiency testing.