interlaboratory
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- adjective
- /ˌɪntərˈlæbəˌtɔri/
- Specialized
- The results from the interlaboratory tests confirmed the effectiveness of the new testing method.
- interlaboratory comparison
- interlaboratory comparison exercise
Examples
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For the interlaboratory comparison exercises, the coefficient of variation for PFOA was between 3% and 9%, depending on the concentration of the reference sample. No traces of PFAAs above LOQ were observed in any of the procedural blanks.
Academic text (2012) -
Interlaboratory variation is known to occur.
Academic text (2001) -
Validation of the SAE surrogate wheelchair model has been conducted through interlaboratory sled impact testing (21).
Academic text (2000) -
The three laboratories that contributed data to this paper participate in an annual interlaboratory comparison exercise as part of the marine mammal quality assurance component of the NMFS Marine Mammal Health and Stranding Response Program.
Academic text (2000) -
Researchers are collaborating on an interlaboratory study to ensure the accuracy of their findings.
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This interlaboratory comparison will help standardize procedures across different research facilities.
How Collaborative
Surface Forms
Morphology
interlaboratory = laboratory (transparent) = inter + laboratory + inter
The adjective is formed by the productive prefix 'inter-' ('between') attaching to the familiar noun 'laboratory', so the meaning 'between laboratories' is directly inferable.
Etymology
Interlaboratory starts with inter- meaning 'between' and ends with laboratory, a 'lab' or place for 'work' that is related to labor meaning 'work'. So, interlaboratory is used for tests or studies done 'between' two or more labs.