FNRI-PTL: “The First Accredited Philippine Food Proficiency Testing Provider”

Quality Policy

The Food and Nutrition Research Institute – Proficiency Testing Laboratory (FNRI-PTL) is committed to organize and provide quality proficiency testing (PT) services at reasonable cost to the satisfaction of participants. This commitment is demonstrated through accreditation to ISO 17043:2010 for the operation, management and development of PT Schemes. FNRI-PTL is accredited by the Philippine Accreditation Bureau (PAB) (PTP-2023-001A).


Why Choose FNRI-PTL?


  Provides accessible, affordable and internationally recognized PT programs


  Produced proficiency test item similar to the matrix commonly analyzed by local tests laboratories.


  Provides technical assistance to its participant


Benefits from PT Participation?


  Establishment of laboratory capability and credibility


  Assessment of method applicability and reliability


  Monitoring and improvement of data quality


  Requirement for obtaining/ sustaining ISO 17025:2005 Accreditation


How to participate in a PT Round?

1 | Step

Access the Proficiency Testing Portal at lab.fnri.dost.gov.ph/ptl/. Register by signing-up and providing the needed information and log-in to access your account.

2 | Step

Click the PT Round offered shown in the latest news and updates. Click the "Register" button. Select mode of payment, sample dispatch and measurands. Click "Join" button and wait for the approval of your registration.

3 | Step

Wait for the sample dispatched before the start of analysis.

4 | Step

Access the system generated quotation in your account and pay cost of participation. Upload proof of payment on or before the set deadline.


The Staff of FNRI-PTL

Master of Science and Bachelor of Science Degree Holders.

Internationally trained in providing PT based on: ISO 17043:2010 and ISO 13528:2015

Mentored by IAEA trained PT specialist

Trained on laboratory management

Experienced in providing PT Schemes; from test material sourcing/preparation to statistical