Dr Alap Lukiyas Christy Head – Global Reference Lab
Qualification: MD Biochemistry, PGDM- Healthcare, SMP
Department: Clinical Chemistry
Expertise: Allergy, Autoimmunity, Maternal & Child Health
Dr Alap Lukiyas Christy is associated with Metropolis Healthcare Ltd. as Associate Vice President, Laboratory Operations, and is taking care of pan-India Chemistry operations & scientific business. Worked with SRL Ltd. (now Agilus) Mumbai Reference Lab in Biochemistry Specialty from Nov 2015 - Nov 2016 & Thyrocare Technologies Ltd as Consultant and Head – Lab QA, Clinical Chemistry, Research & Development from June 2014 - Oct 2015. Laboratory healthcare professional graduated (MBBS) from GMC Surat with post-graduation (MD) from Manipal University carrying 13 years of experience. An alumnus of the Indian Institute of Management, Kozhikode. Experienced in handling various projects focused on lab automation, optimal workflow, external quality assurance schemes & development of IT applications. Reviewer at the Indian Journal of Medical Biochemistry (IJMB). Areas of interest are Maternal & Child Health, Allergy, Autoimmunity, Laboratory Management, Quality Assurance & Healthcare Projects. Published 26 articles in Indexed Journals & 11 articles in News Media Guest speaker and mentor for CMEs and institutional trainings. Delivered 60+ talks in various national & international CMEs/Webinars/Conferences. Certified Internal Auditor of Medical Laboratory in accordance with ISO 15189:2012 guidelines. Trained on General Requirements for Proficiency Testing as per ISO/IEC 17043:2010 organized by NABL.C Conducted 400+ audits as per various standards & checklists. Active involvement in technical aspects of corporate business management and cost minimization. Registered Speaker with Maharashtra Medical Council.
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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.