Sentence examples for is a valid replacement from inspiring English sources
The critical stress intensity factor, KIC, is a valid replacement for the organoleptic (sensory) assessment of "hardness" or "crunchiness" in fruit and vegetables and suggests that crack initiation and propagation in these foods is controlled by factors similar to those found in engineering materials.
In conclusion, ATP bioluminescence is a valid replacement for measuring the bacterial contamination of surfaces, and can be a useful tool for direct feedback to assess cleaning properties.
Furthermore, the LDST is a valid replacement for the commonly used short Synacthen test and the insulin tolerance test (ITT), of which the latter is widely regarded as the gold standard test for the integrity of the HPA axis [ 37].
It is known that impairments and functional limitations remain a year after surgery [ 7] so the effectiveness of post discharge physiotherapy upon functional ability after hip replacement is a valid question.
Such pooled results indicate that TAVI is a valid alternative to surgical valve replacement, but lack of data on late durability after TAVI prevents its use in low-risk patients with long expectancy of life.
Thus, the replacement cost is a valid measure of economic value only in situations where the remedial work is required to comply with an economically determined environmental standard.
The Knee injury and Osteoarthritis Outcome Score (KOOS) is a valid, reliable, and responsive outcome measure in total joint replacement.
Regional citrate anticoagulation (RCA) is a valid option in patients at high risk of bleeding who are undergoing continuous renal replacement therapy (CRRT).
