NABL Accreditation & Certification
Ensuring Quality, Accuracy, and Reliability in Laboratory Quality Accreditation Services.
About NABL
The National Accreditation Board for Testing and Calibration Laboratories (NABL) is a constituent board of the Quality Council of India (QCI). It provides third-party assessment and accreditation to laboratories conducting tests and calibrations, ensuring their technical competence and adherence to international standards.
Accreditation is based on globally accepted standards like ISO 15189, ISO/IEC 17025, and ISO 17043, recognized under ILAC and APLAC arrangements.
What is NABL Accreditation?
It is a formal recognition that a laboratory meets the required standards of quality, accuracy, and reliability. It assures patients and clinicians that results are scientifically valid, traceable, and globally accepted.
NABL-accredited labs are essential for ensuring quality in hospital diagnostic services, supporting evidence-based clinical decisions and patient care outcomes.
Objectives of NABL Accreditation
Quality Assurance
To promote quality assurance and standardized testing practices in Pathology Laboratory & healthcare.
Technical Competence
To ensure the technical competence of laboratories and staff.
Traceability
To maintain traceability of measurements and consistency of test results.
Confidence
To foster confidence among clinicians and patients in Pathology laboratory reports.
NABH Support
To support NABH-accredited hospitals in complying with diagnostic quality requirements.
Benefits of Accreditation
Precision through standardized methods and equipment calibration.
Helps hospitals meet NABH chapter requirements for diagnostic services.
Physicians can rely on test results for effective diagnosis and treatment.
Internationally accepted under ILAC–MRA agreements.
Promotes structured quality management systems and operational excellence.
Qualify for Ayushman Bharat, CGHS, and insurance network tie-ups.
Types of NABL Accreditations
| Category | Applicable Standard | Purpose |
|---|---|---|
| Medical Testing Laboratories | ISO 15189:2022 | Diagnostic accuracy and patient result validity. |
| Testing Laboratories | ISO/IEC 17025:2017 | Quality assurance for materials, biological & chemical testing. |
| Calibration Laboratories | ISO/IEC 17025:2017 | Accuracy and traceability of measurement instruments. |
| Proficiency Testing Providers | ISO/IEC 17043:2023 | Ensures inter-laboratory result consistency. |
Accreditation Process
Application
Submission of application and quality manual to NABL.
Pre-assessment
Preliminary review of readiness and system compliance.
On-site Audit
Detailed evaluation by NABL assessors for technical competence.
Correction
Addressing non-conformities identified during audit.
Grant
Accreditation certificate issued with validity for 2 years.
Surveillance
Periodic review to ensure continuous compliance.
Our Consultancy Support
At DianaMik Hospital Management Consultancy, we provide complete support designed to align with both NABL and NABH standards.
- Gap analysis and documentation as per NABL standards.
- Quality manual and SOP preparation.
- Infrastructure and equipment compliance.
- Internal audits and mock assessments.
- Staff competency training and validation.
- Application, coordination, and support during NABL audits.
Integration with NABH Accreditation
NABL-accredited labs strengthen NABH compliance in key areas:
| Area of Impact | Description |
|---|---|
| FMS (Facility Management & Safety) | Ensures safe lab environment. |
| HIC (Infection Control) | Safe sample handling and waste management. |
| CQI (Continuous Quality Improvement) | Monitoring of diagnostic accuracy. |
| IMS (Information Management) | Reliable record keeping and reporting. |
| COP & MOM | Direct compliance with COP 12 & MOM 6 standards. |
Our Commitment
“Quality diagnostics form the foundation of quality healthcare.”
Through NABL accreditation, we help laboratories build trust, transparency, and accuracy.
