Preposition: of

• fabricator: The survey covers a representative sample of 100 retail window fabricators.

Converse of object

• collect: The new arrivals would start collecting samples which would be taken back to the laboratory for analysis.

• stratify: Questionnaires were distributed to a stratified random sample of 103 women taken from the social services register, 38 of which were returned.

• analyze: A lab-based PIMA service is also available to analyze samples provided to us by customers.

• obtain: Generally, only one needle puncture will be required to obtain all blood samples at a given time.

Adjective modifier

• random: This is a simple routine; the real problem lies in trying to justify its claim to produce a random sample.

• representative: In the early summer, we invited a representative sample of firms to confirm whether their preparations were on track.

• mp3: MP3 samples are currently being produced for our newest stock, and are also gradually being introduced for our back catalog.

• fecal: Rectal fecal samples were used together with the modified McMaster technique to calculate the egg count.

• biological: Image analysis, modeling skills, and experience with biological samples will be an advantage.

Modifies a noun

• size: Sample size was calculated according to a two-stage optimal Simon's design.

• chapter: You can view sample chapters of this book on the Oxfam site.

• menu: Please call Wedding Sales to arrange a visit or request further information, including sample menus.

• preparation: The various samples were analyzed by infrared spectroscopy to assess the usefulness of these sample preparation techniques in the field of paintings research.

Noun used with modifier

• urine: At the first appointment, you will usually be asked to bring a urine sample which will be tested for the presence of protein.

• blood: A blood sample is drawn by needle from a vein in the arm.

• DNA: There would be no way to run a dental check or to get a DNA sample.

• tissue: Small tissue samples are also be obtained using this method allowing a range of inflammatory and injury markers to be examined in the tissue.

• stool: Your doctor may ask you to provide a stool sample which will be sent to a laboratory and tested.

• soil: Small soil samples are taken on a grid basis, either with an auger or following the topsoil strip.