What is Colorimetric analysis?
'''Colorimetric analysis''' is a method of determining the [[concentration]] of a [[chemical element]] or [[chemical compound]] in a [[solution]] with the aid of a color reagent. It is applicable to both [[organic compound]]s and [[inorganic compound]]s and may be used with or without an enzymatic stage. The method is widely used in [[Medical laboratory|medical laboratories]] and for industrial purposes, e.g. the analysis of water samples in connection with industrial water treatment. The equipment required is a [[colorimeter]], some [[cuvette]]s and a suitable color reagent. The process may be automated, e.g. by the use of an AutoAnalyzer or by Flow injection analysis. {{chem-stub}} [[Category:Analytical chemistry]]