Operation of a proficiency testing scheme of trace elements in sewage sludge with reference values |
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Authors: | Adriaan M H van der Veen Milena Horvat Radmila Milačič Tinkara Bučar Urška Repinc Janez Ščančar Radojko Jaćimović |
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Institution: | (1) Bhabha Atomic Research Centre, Mumbai, 400085, India |
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Abstract: | A proficiency test (PT) was carried out to investigate the quality of laboratory results measuring trace elements in sewage sludge. The scheme relied on reference values, established through flame atomic absorption spectroscopy and instrumental neutron activation analysis. Within the framework of the project, ”Proficiency testing in Central and Eastern European Countries”, the measurements were done in parallel using induced coupled plasma mass spectrometry. This paper discusses the design of the PTS, the metrological concepts behind it and the way in which it was operated. The discussion includes the estimation of measurement uncertainty of the reference values obtained, homogeneity testing and its uncertainty evaluation, as well as all relevant quality assurance aspects. From the results, it can be concluded that all measurement methods involved agree within their respective uncertainties. Furthermore, it can be concluded that it is feasible to operate a proficiency test of trace elements in sewage sludge using reference values. The agreement between the reference values and the consensus values is satisfactory. |
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