The Central Ayurveda Research Institute has achieved a major milestone by securing ISO 15189:2022 accreditation in the fields of biochemistry and hematology, becoming the first institute under the Central Council for Research in Ayurvedic Sciences to receive this global recognition.
NABL Accreditation for 50 Parameters
The institute has been accredited by the National Accreditation Board for Testing and Calibration Laboratories for:
- 50 testing parameters
- Over 1.5 lakh tests conducted annually
After obtaining NABL certification, the laboratory successfully met the more stringent ISO 15189:2022 standards, reinforcing its commitment to quality and precision.
Boost to AYUSH Healthcare Standards
Prataprao Jadhav said the accreditation:
- Ensures accurate diagnostics
- Strengthens AYUSH as a credible healthcare system
- Promotes evidence-based Ayurvedic research
Strengthening Evidence-Based Research
Rajesh Kotecha highlighted that:
- The certification enhances scientific reliability of Ayurveda
- Supports evidence-based practices and research frameworks
Focus on Diagnostics and Innovation
CARI Bengaluru plays a dual role by:
- Providing high-quality diagnostic services
- Supporting research and development in Ayurveda and AYUSH therapies
This helps improve:
- Patient monitoring
- Clinical outcomes
- Research accuracy
Previous Recognitions
The institute had earlier:
- Become the first CCRAS institute to receive both NABH and NABL certifications (2021–22)
- Initiated steps toward BIS ISO 9001:2015 certification
Future Roadmap
CARI plans to:
- Expand the number of accredited tests
- Strengthen its diagnostic capabilities
- Provide more affordable and accessible healthcare services
