by Emma Gribben is Principal at the Academy of the iAIR Institute, with a Master’s in Health Promotion and Public Health. She leads education initiatives focused on indoor air quality, wellness, and the built environment.
In May 2011, Airmid Healthgroup Ltd became the world’s first ISO/IEC 17025:2005 INAB-accredited testing laboratory for the analysis of Der p 1 (house dust mite allergen) and Fel d 1 (cat allergen). This prestigious accreditation demonstrates our commitment to scientific rigor, precision, and global best practices.
What Is ISO/IEC 17025?
ISO/IEC 17025 is the internationally recognized standard for the technical competence of testing and calibration laboratories. Our accreditation confirms that Airmid operates under a comprehensive quality system that covers both management and technical performance.
Key areas of competence include:
- Professionally trained and qualified staff
- Functional, calibrated equipment
- Validated, standardized methods
- Controlled environmental testing conditions
Recognized by INAB and ILAC-MRA
Airmid’s accreditation was awarded by the Irish National Accreditation Board (INAB), Ireland’s sole national body for accrediting laboratories. Reports issued under INAB accreditation are recognized internationally due to INAB’s participation in multilateral agreements with global accreditation bodies, including the International Laboratory Accreditation Cooperation (ILAC).
The ILAC Mutual Recognition Arrangement (ILAC MRA)
The ILAC MRA enables test results issued by accredited labs to be accepted worldwide under the motto:
“Tested once, accepted everywhere.”
You will see the combined INAB and ILAC-MRA mark, pictured below, on all Airmid reports covered under our defined ISO/IEC 17025 scope. This symbol assures clients of the accuracy, reliability, and global recognition of our results.
Why This Matters
Airmid’s ILAC MRA recognition:
- Supports international trade and product compliance
- Demonstrates technical proficiency and independence
- Helps clients make informed decisions when selecting testing partners
We’re proud to bring our world-leading allergen and bioaerosol testing expertise to manufacturers, architects, healthcare providers, and regulatory bodies around the globe.
Have Questions?
Contact us to learn how our accredited laboratory services can support your compliance, marketing, and product validation goals.
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- Independent Bioaerosol Testing for Air Cleaning Technologies
- Custom Bioaerosol Protocols
- Independent Testing for Infectious Aerosols, Airborne Pathogens & Surface Technologies
– At Airmid Healthgroup, we specialize in developing customized, real-world testing protocols for air cleaning technologies targeting infectious aerosols, viruses, bacteria, mold, allergens and other fine particles.
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About AHG
Airmid Healthgroup is a leading biomedical contract research organization specializing in aerobiology and indoor air quality. We assist global companies, in developing, innovating, and validating products aimed at enhancing indoor environmental quality (IEQ) as well as IAQ. Our state-of-the-art laboratories, including climate-controlled environmental chambers, enable precise testing of airborne pollutants, pathogens, allergens, mold, as well as infectious aerosols such as viruses, and bacteria. With ISO/IEC 17025:2017 accredited allergen and virology labs, we also provide GLP based projects with reliable data for health-based marketing claims. Our multidisciplinary team of scientists and health experts is dedicated to advancing public health by minimizing exposure to indoor air pollutants.
Do you want to validate your technology?
Contact the Airmid Healthgroup team today to learn more about the independent testing process and how it can enhance your product’s credibility in the market.
