ARL expands clinical research operations in Ahmedabad

Ahmedabad, Oct 23 (UNI) Accutest Research Laboratories (ARL), a full service clinical research organisation with core strength in Bioequivalence/Bioavailability and Pharmacokinetic studies as well as formulation development, inaugurated its second facility -- a state-of-the-art clinical trial laboratory at an investment of Rs 7-crore in the city.

''This is the second unit of ARL, after commencing its first unit in the city in 2005. Within a short span of two years, it has expanded to its independent new facility at Ahmedabad,'' ARL Vice-President Dr Nirav Gandhi said here today.

Talking to reporters, Mr Gandhi said, ''With expansion of ARL in Ahmedabad, it will function as an independent clinical research organisation with a state-of-the-art analytical lab, in-house pathology lab, quality assurance, regulatory affairs and quality compliance, documentation and report preparation.'' He said ''It is the first centre in India to have API-5000 LCMS/MS machines for research. An investment of Rs 7 crore has been made in the new facility for infrastructure and equipments while a combined investment of Rs 22 crore has been made in two facilities at Ahmeabad.'' More UNI MP NM SKB1926