What does the cryptic crossword clue "Arsenic, for example, subject to analysis? (5)" mean?

The definition is "subject to analysis". The wordplay uses a charade (building blocks). AS (synonym of "Arsenic,") + SAY (synonym of "for example,"); definition: "subject to analysis?" The answer is ASSAY.

Arsenic, for example, subject to analysis? (5)

Times Cryptic #28713 | 13 Across | 2023-09-20 flower

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