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    Register Now for International Breast Pathology Symposium 2025

    Date: 18-19 January 2025
    Location: Cleveland Clinic Abu Dhabi

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    Register Now for International Surgical Pathology Symposium 2024.

    Date: December 9th & 10th
    Location: King Faisal Speciality Hospital, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia

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    Bringing world-class diagnostic testing to the UAE and the region

    NRL implements international best-practice laboratory processes and aims to set the benchmark for quality standards in the region.

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    Comprehensive test menu covering the diagnostic spectrum

    To serve our clients and cater for highly prevalent local and regional disease area needs.

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    About National Reference Laboratory

    National Reference Laboratory (NRL), a M42 partner, is focused on increasing the quality, spectrum, coverage and overall efficiency of laboratory testing in the UAE and GCC region. NRL implements international best-practice laboratory processes and aims to set the benchmark for quality standards in the region.

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      Our Services

      Providing clients the complete spectrum of clinical testing services.

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      • Referral Testing

        NRL test menu consists of more than 5,000 tests, it includes a comprehensive range of services from routine tests to highly specialized laboratory tests including genomics, human leukocyte antigen testing, newborn screening, oncology and rare diseases. 

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      • Laboratory Management

        NRL provides complete onsite laboratory management solutions, ideal for facilities looking to partner with a specialist laboratory operator. Our laboratory management solutions ensure the delivery of high quality patient care whilst increasing efficiencies and reducing costs. 

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      • Occupational Health

        NRL provides a range of occupational health testing services aligned to meet your organization’s needs. NRL has a wealth of experience providing these services to a diverse range of organizations, including corporate medical centers, visa screening centers and companies from different industries such as oil and gas, aviation, construction and hospitality. 

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      Centers of Excellence

      NRL is committed to establishing specialized Centers of Excellence (CoE) aligned to local and regional disease area needs to bring much needed advanced clinical services to the Middle East.

        Medical and Scientific Team

        NRL’s scientific team is one of the largest internationally accredited and board-certified expert teams in the country. It comprises more than 20 pathologists and clinical scientists providing specialized experience and expertise across a range of disease areas.

        Clients have the ability to obtain advice and support directly from NRL's medical and scientific teams.

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        News and Events

          News & Events

          Abu Dhabi Government news

          For the latest news on what’s happening in Abu Dhabi

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          Quality Accreditations

          NRL is a leader in quality with 23 international accreditations and one of the largest CAP accredited laboratory networks in the region.

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