Sample Preparation

Sample Preparation is the processes in which a representative piece of material is extracted from a larger amount and readied for analysis. Sampling and sample preparation have a unique meaning and special importance when applied to the field of analytical chemistry. The goal of sample preparation is to improve analytical results without compromising the integrity of the original material. Generally, this involves minimising matrix components to create a “cleaner” sample, concentrating analytes and using chemical modifications to improve analytical processes such as detection and separation. The end result, also known as the processed sample, allows researchers to unlock faster and more accurate results.