sample handling

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Any action applied to the sample before the analytical procedure. Such actions include the addition of preservatives, separation procedures, storage at low temperature, protection against light and @I03255@, loading, etc.
Source:
PAC, 1989, 61, 1657. (Nomenclature for automated and mechanised analysis (Recommendations 1989)) on page 1661 [Terms] [Paper]