Hyderabad, Telangana, October 2024—The Accreditation Committee of the College of American Pathologists (CAP) has awarded accreditation to MapmyGenome Diagnostics Laboratory, Hyderabad, Telangana, based on the results of a recent on-site inspection as part of the CAP’s Accreditation Programs. Recognized for its rigorous and robust standards, CAP accreditation is a critical step in elevating quality and reducing risks, ensuring laboratories play a vital role in improved patient outcomes.

The facility’s director, Dr. Arvind M. Kumar, was notified of this global recognition and congratulated for the excellence of services being provided. MapmyGenome Diagnostics Laboratory is now one of more than 8,000 CAP-accredited facilities worldwide.

"Achieving CAP accreditation is a testament to our ongoing commitment to excellence in laboratory medicine. We continuously strive to deliver the highest quality diagnostic services, and this recognition confirms that our efforts meet the gold standard for patient care,” said Dr. Arvind M. Kumar, Medical Director at MapmyGenome Diagnostics Laboratory.

Anu Acharya, CEO of MapmyGenome, also shared her excitement: “This CAP accreditation reaffirms our dedication to providing cutting-edge diagnostics with precision and reliability. At MapmyGenome, we believe in harnessing the power of genomics to improve health outcomes, and this global recognition brings us one step closer to realizing that vision for our patients.”

During the CAP accreditation process, designed to ensure the highest standard of care for all laboratory patients, inspectors thoroughly examine the laboratory’s records and quality control procedures. CAP inspectors also review laboratory staff qualifications, equipment, facilities, safety program, and overall management. These reviews help verify that the laboratory is adhering to the most up-to-date best practices in the industry.

With over 23,000 laboratory participants worldwide, in addition to accreditation, the CAP offers proficiency testing and external quality assessment (PT/EQA) programs, quality improvement tools, and protocols and guidelines to ensure excellence in all areas of laboratory operations. Built on the expertise of pathologists, the College of American Pathologists partners with laboratories globally to drive operational excellence, diagnostic confidence, and the best possible patient care.

About the College of American Pathologists

As the world’s largest organization of board-certified pathologists and leading provider of laboratory accreditation and proficiency testing programs, the College of American Pathologists (CAP) serves patients, pathologists, and the public by advocating for excellence in the practice of pathology and laboratory medicine worldwide. For more information, visit the CAP Newsroom, CAP.org, and yourpathologist.org to watch pathologists at work and hear stories from patients who trust them with their care.