stand-by state

in analysis
https://doi.org/10.1351/goldbook.S05929
The condition of an instrument where the analytical procedure can begin immediately.
See:
shut-down state (in analysis)
,
start-up time (in analysis)
Source:
PAC, 1989, 61, 1657. (Nomenclature for automated and mechanised analysis (Recommendations 1989)) on page 1664 [Terms] [Paper]