Lupin diagnostic arm obtains NABL accreditation for all greenfield sites
Mumbai: Indian generics drug maker,
Lupin
wholly owned
diagnostic
arm Lupin Diagnostics Limited (LDL) has obtained
NABL
(National Accreditation Board for Testing and Calibration Laboratories) accreditation for all its
greenfield
labs.
Currently, the diagnostic company operates 27 greenfield labs across the country.
'This accreditation is a testament to the team's dedication to patient care and our mission to promote healthier lives by enhancing healthcare through continuous improvement and innovation,' Ravindra Kumar, CEO, Lupin Diagnostics, commented.
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