Diagnostic labs in India: what to know before you book
Lab Dekho lists 15 diagnostic labs in India. 15 are shown as NABL accredited. 15 offer home sample collection. Labs here list between 8 and 18 tests each. Test prices differ between labs and may change, so compare before booking.
Highest-rated labs here
- Vijaya Diagnostics — rated 4.8 from 7240 reviews, NABL accredited, home collection available
- Cloudnine Diagnostics — rated 4.8 from 4210 reviews, NABL accredited, home collection available
- Dr. Lal PathLabs — rated 4.7 from 28400 reviews, NABL accredited, home collection available
- Apollo Diagnostics — rated 4.7 from 11200 reviews, NABL accredited, home collection available
- Suburban Diagnostics — rated 4.7 from 2890 reviews, NABL accredited, home collection available
How to choose a lab
- Prefer labs accredited by NABL, with a qualified pathologist signing the reports.
- Check whether the test you need is offered, the turnaround time and whether reports are available online.
- Compare package prices with single-test prices; a larger package is not always better for your needs.
- Ask about home sample collection charges and timing, and follow fasting instructions for tests such as blood sugar and cholesterol.
Browse lab tests and health packages on Lab Dekho. Ranges differ slightly between labs, so discuss results with your doctor.
This page is general information and not medical advice. Lab details and prices are supplied by providers and may change.
Most widely offered tests on Lab Dekho
These tests are offered by the most labs across India, with the lowest price currently listed. Prices are approximate, set by each lab and may change; open a test to compare labs and book.
| Test | Sample | Labs | From |
|---|---|---|---|
| 24-Hour Urine Protein | Urine (24h collection) | 1 | ₹299* |
* Lowest listed price; approximate and may vary by lab, location and offers.
How home sample collection works
- Choose a test or health package and a lab that offers home collection for your address, then pick a time slot.
- A trained phlebotomist visits, collects the sample using sealed, single-use equipment and takes it to the lab.
- Reports are usually shared online or by email; turnaround depends on the test, from the same day to several days for specialised tests.
- Keep your prescription, ID and any previous reports handy, and mention medicines you take.
Preparing for common tests
Fasting blood sugar and the lipid profile usually need 8 to 12 hours of fasting (water is allowed). Thyroid and some hormone tests are often done in the morning, and urine tests are best on a first-morning sample. Avoid heavy exercise and alcohol the day before, and do not stop prescribed medicines unless your doctor tells you to. Each test page lists its own preparation steps.
Understanding your report
Reference ranges differ slightly between labs, methods, age and sex, so compare results with the range printed on your own report. A value just outside the range is not always a problem; discuss results with your doctor, who can interpret them alongside your symptoms and history.