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Athlete taking creatine dietary supplement, adhering to ISO 17034 and ISO/IEC 17025 testing, to help with muscle recovery and brain health.
ANSI | Food Safety | Laboratory

Assuring Accurate Creatine Research with ISO 17034 & 17025

ByAlexandra Schirn April 22, 2026April 17, 2026

For health supplements like creatine, the accuracy and reliability of data are of utmost importance. Whether it is for fitness enthusiasts looking to boost performance…

Two workers conducting an ISO/IEC 17020:2026 inspection in blue petrochemical plant.
ANAB | Laboratory

2026 Revision of ISO/IEC 17020: What Changes Are Coming and How ANAB Is Preparing Inspection Bodies

ByPaul Matera, Senior Manager of Accreditation, Inspection, Laboratories, and Related Activities February 18, 2026May 27, 2026

The new revision of ISO/IEC 17020:2026, Conformity assessment – Requirements for bodies performing inspection, was published in March 2026. For inspection bodies, this revision represents a…

Scientist collecting water samples from a river for Clean Water Act 401 compliance testing in an ANAB-accredited laboratory.
ANAB | Laboratory

Clean Water Act 401 Certification

ByPhillip Mariscal, Manager of Accreditation, Validation and Verification February 17, 2026February 9, 2026

Section 401 of the Clean Water Act (CWA) empowers states and tribes to protect water quality by certifying that federally permitted discharges will meet applicable…

Friends drinking mold-free coffee, tested to ISO/IEC 17025:2017 requirements, at a cafe.
ANAB | Laboratory

Is There Mold in Your Coffee? Risks, Signs & Staying Safe

ByAlexandra Schirn July 29, 2025August 25, 2025

Coffee is one of the most widely-consumed food products globally. Unfortunately, it is susceptible to fungus or mold that produces toxins known as mycotoxins. Eating a…

Technicians discussing lab results while walking through laboratory.
ANAB | Laboratory

Have Confidence in the Integrity of Your Data

ByJason Stine, Senior Accreditation Manager July 31, 2024May 21, 2025

The foundation of any laboratory’s reputation is built on confidence in the laboratory’s ability to provide correct and reliable data. Data integrity is critical to…

Two engineers working on helicopter with suspect counterfeit EEE parts in hanger.
ANAB | Laboratory

The Benefits of AS 6171 for Suspect/Counterfeit Electrical, Electronic, and Electromechanical Parts

ByTravis Johnson, Senior Manager of Accreditation, Inspection, Laboratories, and Related Activities July 29, 2024May 21, 2025

ANAB has become the industry leader in providing accreditation to SAE AS 6171A: Test Methods Standard; General Requirements, Suspect/Counterfeit, Electrical, Electronic, And Electromechanical Parts, which…

Scientist writing RM documentation in lab.
ANAB | Laboratory

The Difference Between RM Documents: Product Information Sheets vs RM Certificates

ByPatrick Selig, Senior Manager of Accreditation June 13, 2024May 21, 2025

Reference materials (RMs) and certified reference materials (CRMs) are produced by reference material producers (RMPs). A reference material producer is a “body (organization or company,…

Police expert extracts traces of blood in a swab for toxicology analysis adhering to American Board of Forensic Toxicology (ABFT) standards.
ANAB | Laboratory

What Is the American Board of Forensic Toxicology (ABFT)?

ByAlexandra Schirn June 5, 2024June 4, 2025

Forensic toxicology is the identification and quantification of biological samples (such as blood, urine, or tissue) for the presence of toxins— including drugs, alcohols, and…

White antenna EMC technology being tested in a semi anechoic chamber.
ANAB | Laboratory

New Definition for Characterization in Electromagnetic Compatibility

ByRandy Long, Senior Manager of Accreditation May 6, 2024May 21, 2025

Gathering experts from the expanse of industries, committees and subcommittees develop standards through the voluntary consensus process. One such subcommittee, ANSC C63 SC 6, is…

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