45 Years of Science. Built on Trust.
Established in 1981, Metropolis Healthcare is one of India’s leading diagnostics companies, serving millions of patients through a growing network built on clinical expertise, advanced laboratory infrastructure and a patient-first approach.
Over the past 45 years, we have evolved from a referral laboratory into a science-led, technology-enabled diagnostics platform, continuously strengthening our capabilities across routine, specialised and super-specialised diagnostics. Today, our expertise spans pathology, molecular diagnostics, genomics, cytogenetics, oncology, preventive healthcare and wellness, supported by an expanding presence across India and international markets.
At the heart of Metropolis is a simple belief: diagnostics is more than a test result. It is the insight that can influence a clinical decision, provide clarity to a patient and shape the next step in a healthcare journey.
By bringing together scientific excellence, rigorous quality, advanced technology and human expertise, we strive to make every diagnostic insight more accurate, relevant and accessible. For 45 years, we have built trust through science. Today, we are building on that foundation to shape the future of diagnostics.
Our Scale. Your Confidence.
For over four decades, Metropolis has built a diagnostics network that combines scale, scientific capability and accessibility bringing trusted diagnostic services closer to patients and clinicians.
Operating across 21 countries with presence in 750+ towns spanning 28 states and 7 union territories in India, and with 35 accredited laboratories including NABL, CAP and KENAS certifications.
Leadership Vision
A Promoter-led, Professionally Driven Organisation. Our leadership team brings together diverse expertise across healthcare, diagnostics, science, technology, operations and business, guiding Metropolis through its next phase of growth while staying anchored in its commitment to quality, innovation and trust.
Dr Sushil Shah
Metropolis has always been at the forefront in bringing new tests and technologies to the people. Our test menu comprised of 3,487 clinical laboratory tests and over 530 test profiles.
Ms Ameera Shah
As one of the country’s leading diagnostic companies, MHL continues building and nurturing its talent. Several employee training and development initiatives are often undertaken, helping incorporate integrity as a core ingredient of the Company’s work culture.
Quality at Every Step. Confidence in Every Result.
Quality at Metropolis is more than compliance; it is a scientific discipline embedded across the diagnostic journey. Our integrated Quality Intelligence Framework brings together scientific rigour, clinical accuracy, operational excellence and patient-centric care, enabling us to continuously monitor, measure and strengthen the quality of our services.
The framework integrates nine quality dimensions across the diagnostic value chain, spanning academic excellence, pre-analytical compliance, analytical governance, post-analytical quality, patient experience, quality management systems and continuous improvement.
Quality Intelligence Framework
Academic Excellence
Scientific expertise & interpretation
Pre-Analytical Compliance (PAC)
Analytical governance
Power BI-led QC Analytics
Real-time quality & efficiency monitoring
Test Method Verification (TMV)
Scientific validation of test methods
Quality Management Systems (QMS)
Governance, compliance & accreditation
Report Excellence (QP)
Standardised and clinical reporting
Genomics Excellence
Advanced diagnostics & counselling
Quality Culture (CQC)
Embedding quality across the organisation
Quality Index (QI)
Scientific performance benchmarking
Measuring What Matters
Our approach is supported by measurable quality outcomes and a strong culture of continuous improvement.
99.99%
Accurate reports supported by TQM, IQC and EQAS
100%
Compliance with ISO 15189:2022 across accredited laboratories
96%
Laboratories achieving 5-star Quality Index rating
95%+
Complexities resolved within 24 hours through CRM-based management
578
NABL-accredited sample collection facilities
220+
Quality professionals across the network
What We Stand For
Our purpose, direction and commitment to every patient we serve.
Our Vision
To be a respected healthcare brand trusted by clinicians, patients and stakeholders. Positively impact the lives of patients in their most anxious times and turn their anxiety into assurance.
Our Mission
Helping people stay healthy by accurately revealing their inner health.
Our Values
Precision
We are driven by science and committed to delivering accurate, reliable diagnostics with precision at the core of everything we do.
Compassion
We place empathy at the heart of healthcare, ensuring every individual feels cared for and respected because every test deserves a human touch.
Ownership
We act with accountability and initiative to uphold the trust placed in us owning every step, every day, at every level.
Our Brand Promise
It's Good
to Be Sure.
At its core, "It's Good to Be Sure" is about understanding and reassurance. It reflects our commitment to acknowledging people's concerns and anxieties about their health, while creating a caring and supportive experience where they feel heard and valued.
Being sure also means having confidence in the answers you receive. At Metropolis, this is rooted in precision our commitment to delivering reliable and accurate diagnostic results, underpinned by state-of-the-art technology and expertise.
"It's Good to Be Sure" reflects our role in enabling people to participate more actively and confidently in their health decisions, helping them take greater control of their health outcomes.
A Comprehensive Suite of Diagnostic Solutions
From everyday health needs to complex and specialised conditions, our comprehensive suite of diagnostic solutions supports patients, clinicians, hospitals, corporates and healthcare partners across the healthcare journey.
Routine Diagnostics
A comprehensive range of pathology tests supporting diagnosis, disease monitoring and everyday healthcare needs.
Specialised Diagnostics
Advanced diagnostic solutions across chronic and infectious diseases, oncology, gastroenterology, neurology, nephrology, and women and child health.
Molecular Diagnostics & Genomics
Advanced capabilities in molecular diagnostics, genomics, cytogenetics and Next Generation Sequencing, enabling deeper insights into complex diseases.
Precision Oncology
Specialised molecular and genomic solutions supporting a more precise understanding of cancer and enabling informed clinical decisions.
Preventive Healthcare & Wellness
TruHealth brings together comprehensive health assessments and preventive healthcare solutions, helping individuals understand their health and take informed action.
Healthcare & Research Solutions
Diagnostic and laboratory solutions for hospitals, corporates, pharmaceutical companies, clinical research organisations and other healthcare partners.
What Sets Us Apart
For over four decades, we have built capabilities that bring together scientific expertise, technology, quality and accessibility. These strengths enable us to deliver trusted diagnostic insights across the healthcare journey.
Scientific Excellence
Deep scientific expertise across routine, specialised and super-specialised diagnostics, with capabilities spanning molecular diagnostics, genomics, cytogenetics, oncology and other advanced areas.
Quality & Trust
A strong focus on diagnostic accuracy, rigorous quality systems and accredited laboratories, supported by consistent processes and standards across our growing network.
Technology & Innovation
Technology-enabled laboratories, digital platforms, intelligent solutions and advanced diagnostic technologies that enhance efficiency, accessibility and the healthcare experience.
Scale & Accessibility
A scalable network of clinical laboratories and service touchpoints across India, supported by a hub-and-spoke model that brings diagnostic capabilities closer to patients.
Clinical & Operational Expertise
A combination of experienced healthcare professionals, scientific expertise and operational capabilities that enables us to translate complex diagnostics into meaningful insights across markets.
Taking Trusted Diagnostics Closer to More People
Our growing network brings trusted diagnostic services closer to patients and healthcare providers across India and international markets.
India
With a presence spanning 28 states and 7 Union Territories, our network reaches more than 750 towns through a scalable hub-and-spoke model. Clinical laboratories, regional reference laboratories, satellite units, service centres, home collection and digital channels work together to make diagnostic services more accessible while maintaining consistent quality standards.
Our continued expansion across Tier II and Tier III markets is helping bring advanced diagnostic capabilities closer to communities beyond the major metropolitan centres.
Labs in States & UTs
- Andhra Pradesh
- Arunachal Pradesh
- Assam
- Bihar
- Chandigarh
- Chhattisgarh
- Dadra & Nagar Haveli
- Daman & Diu
- Goa
- Gujarat
- Haryana
- Himachal Pradesh
- Jammu & Kashmir
- Jharkhand
- Kerala
- Karnataka
- Lakshadweep
- Madhya Pradesh
- Maharashtra
- Manipur
- Meghalaya
- Mizoram
- Nagaland
- New Delhi
- Odisha
- Puducherry
- Punjab
- Rajasthan
- Sikkim
- Tamil Nadu
- Telangana
- Tripura
- Uttar Pradesh
- Uttarakhand
- West Bengal
Africa & International Markets
Over the past decade, Metropolis has established a strong presence in five African countries through company managed laboratories and collection centres in Kenya, Zambia, Ghana, Tanzania and Uganda. In addition, we serve a diverse network of B2B partners across 16 international markets, including the UAE, Oman and Qatar in the Middle East; Bangladesh, Nepal, Sri Lanka, Maldives, Uzbekistan and Vietnam in Asia; and Mauritius, Nigeria, Congo, Cameroon, Sierra Leone and Zimbabwe in Africa.
Through our international network, we extend access to high-quality diagnostics while leveraging Metropolis’ scientific expertise, quality standards and specialised testing capabilities across diverse healthcare markets.
Maximising 45 Years. Amplifying What Comes Next.
From one lab to a science-led diagnostics leader.
Building the Foundations for Growth
- Dr. Sushil Shah established Mumbai's first referral laboratory
- Launched Clinical Research Services
- Introduced Home Collection Services
- Ameera Shah began shaping Metropolis' strategic direction
Built a strong foundation of scientific excellence, customer-centricity and trust.
Scaling Capabilities for Expansion
- Expanded through strategic acquisitions across Kerala, Pune, Surat and Bengaluru
- Secured growth capital from ICICI Ventures
- Strategic investment from Warburg Pincus
- Established a multi-city diagnostics network
Built the scale, infrastructure and financial strength to accelerate growth across India.
Strengthening Leadership through Reach
- Expanded into Africa
- Rolled out Metropolis Retail Strategy
- Listed on Indian Stock Exchanges
- Established first PPP with NACO
- First private lab to test for COVID-19
Strengthened market leadership across India and Africa.
Accelerating Growth through Science & Innovation
- Acquired Hitech Diagnostics, Core Diagnostics and other strategic labs
- Established the Centre of Genomics
- Advanced AI-powered diagnostics and digital transformation
- Expanded to 750+ towns, 5,000+ service touchpoints
- Received first patent for TB monitoring system
Evolved into a technology-enabled, scientifically differentiated diagnostics platform.
Our Teams
Healthcare Beyond Diagnostics. Impact Beyond the Laboratory.
At Metropolis Healthcare, we believe that healthcare extends beyond diagnostics. Our responsibility is not only to provide trusted diagnostic insights, but also to contribute to healthier, more informed and empowered communities.
Our CSR initiatives focus on addressing critical healthcare and education needs through community-led interventions that improve awareness, enable access and create long-term social impact. By combining our scientific expertise with strategic partnerships, community participation and the commitment of our people, we work towards creating solutions that are relevant to communities and capable of creating lasting change.
Our Focus Areas
Adolescence is a critical stage in shaping lifelong health, wellbeing and opportunities. Through our Adolescent Reproductive and Sexual Health (ARSH) programme and Too Shy To Ask (TSTA) platform, we empower adolescents with accurate information, life skills and supportive environments that enable informed decision-making and positive behavioural change.
Through Kishori Manch groups and Girl Champions, we create safe, peer-led spaces where adolescents can build confidence, develop life skills and participate in creating change within their communities. The programme brings together adolescents, parents, Panchayats, ASHAs, Anganwadi workers and government health programmes to strengthen community participation and ownership.
The Too Shy To Ask platform extends this support into the digital space, providing adolescents with trusted, confidential and age-appropriate information on reproductive and sexual health, combining digital access with community outreach.
Visit: https://tooshytoask.org
Prevention is an important part of building healthier communities. Our preventive healthcare initiatives focus on awareness, early detection, timely intervention and access to care across priority public health challenges. Through community partnerships and targeted interventions, we work across areas including tuberculosis, diabetes and anaemia combining awareness with screening, counselling, referrals and treatment support.
Tuberculosis
Combines nutritional support with a peer educator model to encourage treatment adherence and recovery.
Diabetes
Promotes early detection through community awareness, screening and referrals to healthcare providers.
Anaemia
Focuses on awareness, screening, counselling and referrals among adolescent girls.
Launched in 2018, MedEngage is Metropolis Healthcare’s flagship initiative dedicated to expanding access to medical education and research opportunities for deserving students and young researchers. Through scholarships, research grants, mentorship and experiential learning, MedEngage equips aspiring healthcare professionals with the knowledge, skills and exposure needed to contribute to India’s evolving healthcare ecosystem.
We remain committed to socio-economic inclusion by reducing barriers to medical education for talented students from underserved and aspirational districts, fostering innovation, leadership and professional growth among emerging healthcare professionals.
From Community Participation to Lasting Impact
Our CSR journey is evolving from individual programmes towards an integrated approach to community development. The METCARE Framework brings together our CSR programmes through six interconnected enablers, bringing greater integration while strengthening community participation, strategic partnerships, talent development and evidence-based measurement to create measurable, scalable and sustainable health outcomes.
Creating Change Together
Our employees and partners are an important part of this journey. Through employee volunteering, community participation and partnerships with NGOs, healthcare institutions, government bodies and other stakeholders, we bring together expertise and local knowledge to strengthen our programmes.
Because lasting social impact is created not simply by delivering programmes, but by working with communities, enabling participation and building solutions that can endure.
Healthier communities are the foundation of a healthier future.
Awards & Accolades
Metropolis has been awarded and appreciated by several brands and institutions.
About Us
Metropolis Healthcare is one of India’s leading diagnostics companies, with 45 years of experience built on scientific expertise, quality and trust. We serve millions of patients through a growing network supported by advanced laboratory infrastructure, technology and a patient-first approach. Our comprehensive portfolio includes 4,500+ tests and profiles across routine, specialised and super-specialised diagnostics, spanning pathology, molecular diagnostics, genomics, cytogenetics, oncology, neurology, nephrology, women and child health, preventive healthcare and wellness.
With 210+ clinical laboratories and a service network of 5,000+ touchpoints reaching more than 750 towns in India, we are focused on making trusted diagnostic services more accessible while maintaining rigorous quality standards. By combining scientific excellence, advanced technology and human expertise, we deliver accurate, reliable and relevant diagnostic insights that support better-informed healthcare decisions.