RIDACOM is the official partner of EMQN for Bulgaria, Greece, and Albania, and together we are committed to supporting the quality of your laboratory.
EMQN is a leading international organization, based in the United Kingdom, that develops External Quality Assessment schemes (EQAs) in the fields of molecular genetics and molecular pathology.
With over 25 years of experience and thousands of participating laboratories worldwide, EMQN is accredited by UKAS according to ISO 17043 and works to establish global standards for quality and good laboratory practice.
Our partnership with EMQN aims to:
- Facilitate access for laboratories in the region to international quality assessment programs;
- Support laboratories with registration, participation, and subsequent analysis of results;
- Promote the implementation of best practices in genetic and pathological diagnostics;
- Provide opportunities for training and knowledge exchange through webinars, seminars, and regional events;
- Develop initiatives aimed at improving quality and implementing good laboratory practices and standards.
At EMQN, you can find EQA schemes in the following categories:
- Genomic and Inherited Disorders
- Molecular Pathology
- Non-Invasive Prenatal Testing (NIPT)
- Pharmacogenomics
- Point of Care Testing (POCT)
- Pre-analytical Processes
- Sequencing (NGS and Sanger)
- Individual Competence Assessment
You can explore the 2026 digital catalogue here: https://www.emqn.org/catalog/