Reference Standard, Primary at Medical Drugs Glossary

What is Reference Standard, Primary? A substance that has been shown by an extensive set of analytical tests, to be authentic material of high purity. This standard may be obtained from a recognized source or may be prepared by independent synthesis or by further purification of existing pro

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