The Abu Dhabi Quality and Conformity Council (ADQCC) Reference Monitoring and Analysis Department (Rasid Laboratory), part of the Central Laboratory Sector and operated in partnership with M42's Environmental Sciences Department, has achieved A2LA accreditation under the ISO/IEC 17025 Flexible Scope.
The accreditation marks a significant enhancement to Rasid Laboratory's capabilities and solidifies its position as a global leader in multidisciplinary laboratory testing. The laboratory has integrated its flexible scope accreditation with unique expertise across various domains, including the detection of public health infectious pathogens, the identification of prohibited and restricted substances, and environmental risk assessments in wastewater. This integration makes Rasid Laboratory the only one worldwide to offer such a comprehensive and accredited testing framework under one umbrella.
ISO/IEC 17025 certification is a globally recognised benchmark of technical competence and quality management. Rasid Laboratory’s ability to adapt to emerging risks and deliver innovative solutions ensures Abu Dhabi’s leadership in quality and conformity. The accreditation process involved a series of rigorous steps, including document submission, technical review by subject matter experts, and a comprehensive four-day field evaluation to verify compliance with required standards.
His Excellency Eng Abdulla Al Yazeedi, Acting Secretary General of the Abu Dhabi Quality and Conformity Council, said: “The accreditation of Rasid Laboratory underscores the council's dedication to establishing a global scientific presence through its technical capabilities. As a reference laboratory, Rasid is vital for monitoring current and emerging risks by analysing wastewater in Abu Dhabi. This achievement strengthens Abu Dhabi's reputation as a hub for quality and conformity, showcasing its advanced technical competencies in risk assessment using cutting-edge testing technologies and artificial intelligence models.”
His Excellency Eng Abdullah Al Muaini, Executive Director of the Central Testing Laboratory Services Sector, said: “The council is proud of this prestigious achievement, which reflects the significant efforts made in providing advanced, accredited laboratory services that meet community needs and enhance public health. In partnership with M42, Rasid Laboratory delivers high-precision tests across a wide range of areas, monitoring potential risks in the emirate and supporting health, environmental, and security systems.”
Samara Bin Salem, Director of the Monitoring and Reference Analysis Department (Rasid Laboratory), said: “This achievement is a global milestone, as Rasid Laboratory is not only the first laboratory of its kind in the UAE, but also in the region and globally, to integrate health and environmental risk tests alongside prohibited and restricted substances analysis. Obtaining this accreditation reflects scientific and technical excellence. Rasid Laboratory’s unique value lies in its ability to adapt to emerging risks and challenges, providing solutions both before and after monitoring. Using advanced robotics, high-precision testing devices, and AI-powered data analysis systems linked to Abu Dhabi's heat maps, the laboratory processes more than 11 million tests annually, enabling stakeholders to implement preventive measures and mitigation plans proactively.”
Dr Wael Elamin, Medical Director, Environmental Sciences, M42, said: “This global accreditation is the result of dedicated efforts by the Central Testing Laboratory and its teams, who remain committed to delivering the highest standards of laboratory testing.”
Dr Grzegorz Przemyslaw, Associate Director - Environmental Sciences, Waste Water, M42, said: “Rasid Laboratory performs an unparalleled volume of tests daily, encompassing approximately 440 types of analyses using advanced technologies and specialised equipment. Rasid Laboratory’s capabilities in wastewater monitoring, as well as chemical, biological, and radiological testing, set it apart as a leader in environmental and laboratory sciences worldwide.”
