IACLD Accreditation Body Successfully Maintains Its International Recognition Following APAC Peer Re-evaluation

The Accreditation Body of the Iranian Association of Clinical Laboratory Doctors (IACLD) is pleased to announce the successful completion of its APAC re-evaluation. Following this evaluation, IACLD has maintained its status as an APAC Mutual Recognition Arrangement (MRA) Signatory for the accreditation of medical laboratories in accordance with ISO 15189.

This significant achievement confirms the continued compliance of the IACLD Accreditation Body with the international requirements applicable to accreditation bodies and demonstrates the sustained technical competence, impartiality, effectiveness, and reliability of its accreditation system.

Maintaining APAC MRA Signatory status reflects the continued confidence of the international community in the IACLD accreditation system and contributes to the international recognition and acceptance of the accredited services provided by medical laboratories accredited by IACLD. This achievement is not only an important milestone for the IACLD Accreditation Body, but also a valuable accomplishment for the medical laboratory community in Iran, further strengthening confidence in the quality and technical competence of medical laboratory services at both national and international levels.

This achievement has been made possible through the dedication, collaboration, and collective efforts of all stakeholders involved in the medical laboratory accreditation system in Iran. The IACLD Accreditation Body sincerely appreciates the valuable cooperation of applicant and accredited medical laboratories, whose commitment to implementing, maintaining, and continually improving the requirements of ISO 15189 has played a vital role in enhancing the quality of laboratory services and contributing to the successful outcome of this re-evaluation.

The IACLD Accreditation Body also extends its sincere appreciation to all assessors, technical experts, committee members, managers and staff, relevant executive and regulatory authorities, scientific and professional associations, and all individuals whose expertise, commitment, cooperation, and continued support have contributed to this important achievement.

The IACLD Accreditation Body believes that accreditation is not merely an evaluation process; it is an effective mechanism for enhancing quality, strengthening national and international confidence, improving patient safety, and promoting the sustainable development of medical laboratory services. Accordingly, IACLD regards this achievement as a strong incentive to pursue continual improvement, expand its accreditation services, strengthen national and international cooperation, and further support the quality and competence of medical laboratories in accordance with international standards and best practices.

While expressing its sincere appreciation to all stakeholders for their continued trust and support, the IACLD Accreditation Body reaffirms its commitment to advancing the medical laboratory accreditation system, promoting the quality of healthcare services, and strengthening the international standing of the Islamic Republic of Iran in the field of conformity assessment.