Translated from the German.

Includes bibliographical references and index.

INTRODUCTION General differentiation of analytical processes Quality of analytical processes and results The system of analytical quality assurcane The 4-phase model of analytical quality assurance PHASE I: ESTABLISHING A NEW ANALYTICAL PROCESS Calibration of the fundamental analytical procedure Analyses at very low concentrations Validation of individual process steps and examination of matrix influences Advanced statistical methods Use of internal standards Preparing for routine analysis PHASE II: PREPARATIVE QUALITY ASSURANCE Selection of the analytical process Establishment of quality objectives to be adhered to in routine usage The control chart system Types of control charts and their applications PHASE III: ROUTINE QUALITY ASSURANCE Fundamental measured of internal quality assurance Measurement uncertainty Routine quality control Special quality problems in routine analysis Corrective measures Documentation and archiving PHASE IV: EXTERNAL ANALYTICAL QUALITY ASSURANCE Review, Audit Interlaboratory tests Effects of internal quality assurance on the results of interlaboratory tests

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