Detection limit
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Orange Book Entry
The detection limit reflects the smallest amount of sample or the lowest partial pressure that gives a signal that can be distinguished from the background noise. It is recommended that a signal-to-noise ratio of 2:1 be used to define the detection limit.
See also {Orange Book Chapter} 18.4.3.7 and 2.4.
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