American Association for Laboratory Accreditation (A2LA)

The American Association for Laboratory Accreditation (A2LA) is a nonprofit organization that evaluates and certifies laboratories to ensure they operate accurately and follow recognized standards. Their assessments verify that labs perform tests and calibrations reliably, which is essential for quality, safety, and compliance across industries like healthcare, manufacturing, and environment. Accreditation by A2LA helps businesses and regulators trust that laboratory results are credible, consistent, and meet international quality requirements. Essentially, A2LA provides confidence that laboratories are performing to high standards, supporting trustworthy testing and measurement processes nationwide.