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Preventive Health Checks Gain Ground Across India’s Diagnostic Industry
More people in India are checking their health before they feel sick.
These checks can help find risks such as diabetes, high blood pressure and heart problems early.
Redcliffe Labs says most of its bookings are now for prevention rather than illness.
Younger adults, especially Gen Z, are showing strong interest in wellness checks.
Working adults over 30 and people aged 40 to 60 are also important users of these services.
The checks can include blood tests, heart tests, doctor consultations and nutrition advice.
People in big cities use these services the most, but smaller cities may use them more in the future.
Some laboratories report more men than women taking these tests, while others see similar demand from both genders.
The article says people should consult qualified healthcare professionals about medical conditions and treatments.
Redcliffe Labs says about 60% of its diagnostic bookings are now preventive rather than illness-driven.
Gen Z is identified as the most wellness-focused adult group, while millennials show a more balanced pattern of preventive and chronic-care bookings.
Preventive testing is growing across Agilus Diagnostics, Mahajan Imaging and Labs, Dr Lal PathLabs and Metropolis Healthcare, though its share varies widely.
Adoption is strongest in tier 1 and tier 2 cities, with tier 3 markets seen as the next major opportunity.
Men currently account for a larger share of preventive testing at some providers, while Dr Lal PathLabs and Metropolis report broadly similar demand among men and women.
- Who
- Indian consumers, diagnostic laboratories and healthcare executives, including Redcliffe Labs, Agilus Diagnostics, Mahajan Imaging and Labs, Dr Lal PathLabs and Metropolis Healthcare.
- What
- Preventive and wellness health checks are becoming a larger part of diagnostic testing in India.
- Where
- Adoption is strongest in India’s tier 1 and tier 2 cities, while tier 3 markets are identified as a future opportunity.
- When
- The article cites growth during 2025 and FY26, along with current trends reported by the laboratories.
- Why
- Greater awareness of early disease detection, proactive health management and lifestyle-related risks is encouraging people to test before symptoms appear.
Key facts
- Redcliffe preventive bookings
- About 60% of Redcliffe Labs’ diagnostic bookings are preventive rather than illness-driven.
- Agilus growth
- Preventive care contributes approximately 13–15% of Agilus Diagnostics’ business and grew nearly 30% year-on-year in 2025.
- Metropolis wellness revenue
- Metropolis Healthcare’s TruHealth portfolio contributed approximately 19–20% of total revenue, growing 24% year-on-year in Q4 FY26 and 27% in FY26.
- Dr Lal PathLabs share
- Preventive and wellness testing accounts for less than 10% of Dr Lal PathLabs’ overall testing volumes.
- Key age groups
- Adults aged 30 and above, particularly working professionals, are showing strong traction; the 40–60 group is also an important segment.
- Common tests
- Frequently chosen tests include HbA1c, lipid profiles, liver and kidney function tests, complete blood counts, vitamin assessments, ECGs and echocardiography.
- Gender pattern
- Mahajan Imaging reports approximately 60% of preventive testing from men and 40% from women, while Dr Lal PathLabs and Metropolis report broadly uniform demand.
Quotes
Dr Shelly Mahajan
Lab director at Mahajan Imaging and Labs
“Preventive testing remains a small but growing segment. Preventive and wellness testing currently accounts for less than 10% of our overall testing volumes, but we are witnessing a steady increase in demand, particularly in urban markets where health awareness is rising.”
financialexpress.com
“This growth reflects a shift in consumer behaviour, with more individuals opting for regular health screenings to identify risks associated with metabolic disorders, cardiovascular diseases, diabetes, and other lifestyle-related conditions before symptoms appear.”
financialexpress.com
Sources
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