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Variance functionA variance function describes the relationship between the variance and the measured quantity value.

The are numerous models that describe the relationship between the variance and measured quantity value across the measuring interval:

Fit Description
Constant variance Fit constant variance across the measuring interval.
Constant CV Fit constant coefficient of variation across the measuring interval.
Mixed constant / proportional variance Fit constant variance at low levels with constant coefficient of variation at high levels.
2-parameter Fir a 2-parameter linear variance function.
3-parameter Fit Sadler 3-parameter variance function – a monotone relationship (either increasing or decreasing) between the variance and level of measurement.
3-parameter alternative Fit Sadler alternate 3-parameter variance function – gives more flexibility than the Sadler standard 3-parameter variance function especially near zero.
4-parameter Fit a Sadler 4-parameter variance function - allows for a turning point near the detection limit.

A variance function can be useful to estimate the limit of detection or limit of quantitation.

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From the Statistical Reference Guide for Analyse-it 6.24.0: https://analyse-it.com/docs/user-guide/measurement-systems-analysis/precision/variance-function

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