How are Calibration Standards Used in Analytical Methods?
In analytical toxicology, calibration standards are used to create a calibration curve. This involves running the standards through the analytical instrument, such as a GC-MS or HPLC, and plotting the instrument's response against the known concentrations. The calibration curve is then used to determine the concentration of unknown samples by interpolating their response on the curve. This process helps in quantifying the amount of toxicant present in a specimen with high accuracy.
