Srinagar: In a significant achievement, the Biochemistry Diagnostic Laboratory of Government Medical College (GMC) Srinagar and its associated SMHS Hospital has been granted accreditation by the National Accreditation Board for Testing and Calibration Laboratories (NABL) under the international standard ISO 15189:2022.
NABL, a constituent board of the Quality Council of India, certifies laboratories for quality and technical competence, ensuring accuracy and reliability in diagnostic services.
The accreditation, valid for four years until 2030, covers a wide range of routine and advanced biochemical and immunological tests, including blood glucose, electrolytes, liver and kidney function tests, glycated hemoglobin (HbA1c), lipid profile, thyroid function tests, enzyme assays, advanced hormone assays, tumor markers, and other specialised investigations.
Principal and Dean of GMC Srinagar, Prof. Iffat Hassan, lauded the efforts of the faculty and laboratory staff, emphasizing their commitment to maintaining high standards in diagnostic services.
Head of the Department of Biochemistry, Prof. Sabiya Majid, said the laboratory is the first large government-sector facility in Jammu and Kashmir to achieve NABL accreditation of such scale, describing it as a milestone reflecting the dedication of the faculty and technical staff.
The state-of-the-art, fully automated laboratory is equipped with advanced machinery and robotic systems, enabling it to conduct nearly 30 lakh tests annually with high accuracy and efficiency. Officials said the lab’s robust quality management system and technical competence were key to securing the accreditation.
GMC Srinagar has reaffirmed its commitment to maintaining and expanding its NABL-accredited services in line with global best practices.
