Every great journey begins with small steps, and the story of Labwala is no different.
Born in a humble middle-class family in Jaipur, Prabhat Sharma was raised in a home where education and values were deeply rooted. His mother and father, both teachers, shaped his early outlook on life with discipline, curiosity, and compassion. These qualities became the foundation of his personality and later the backbone of his entrepreneurial journey.
From childhood, he was never afraid to try experimental things. Whether it was science models, creative projects, or simply finding new ways of doing routine tasks, his inclination towards innovation was evident. Until 8th standard, he consistently achieved top ranks in academics, but as he grew older, his focus began to shift. While his academic performance slowed down a little, his participation in co-curricular activities and practical explorationsgained momentum. Looking back, this shift played an important role in preparing him for the real world—where creativity and practical skills matter as much as grades.
After completing higher secondary education, he chose to pursue a Diploma in Medical Lab Technology (DMLT). This decision set the foundation for his professional career in healthcare diagnostics. Unlike many students who wait for formal education to end before working, he decided to start early.
Parallel to his studies, he took up his first job as a lab technician trainee. Handling patient samples, observing diagnostic processes, and learning the discipline of healthcare laboratories gave him strong technical knowledge at a young age. This was the beginning of a career that would span over 16 years in the diagnostic industry.
From being a technician, he gradually moved into management roles. His leadership skills and understanding of both technical and business aspects helped him climb the ladder quickly. Eventually, he became a Sales Manager in a large diagnostic center, managing teams, clients, and operations. Over the years, he worked in senior roles in reputed healthcare companies, gaining expertise in business development, customer relations, and diagnostic operations.
Life changed dramatically in 2020 with the COVID-19 pandemic. Like many professionals, he faced uncertainty when he lost his well-settled corporate job. But instead of looking at it as an end, he saw it as a new beginning.
Along with a few colleagues who were also jobless, he decided to take a bold step. They launched Labwala, with the vision of making diagnostics more accessible, reliable, and patient-friendly.
The company began with a pioneering initiative—the home collection of COVID-19 RT-PCR samples. At that time, this service was first introduced in Rajasthan, filling a crucial gap in healthcare access during the crisis. The idea of bringing diagnostic services to the doorstep resonated strongly with people, and Labwala quickly gained trust.
What started as a small initiative during the pandemic soon transformed into a fast-growing healthcare enterprise.
● 2021–2023 – Labwala expanded into three states, building a strong presence in diagnostic services.
● By 2025 – Labwala had grown into a national brand, operating in 124 cities across 20 states in India.
Today, Labwala provides a wide range of diagnostic services including:
● Blood Tests & Preventive Health Packages
● Complete Full-Body Checkups with Home Sample Collection
● Sonography, X-Ray, MRI, CT, and PET Scans
● Specialized and advanced diagnostic tests
The company has built one of the largest phlebotomist fleets in India and established the strongest service partner network of reputed labs. This ensures quality and convenience for patients while maintaining nationwide reach.
Labwala is not just about collecting samples and delivering reports. For the first time in India, the company introduced Report Evalution—a unique value-added feature with full-body checkups. Instead of only sharing raw numbers and medical terms, Labwala goes a step further by including:
● Personalized Diet Plans
● Yoga & Lifestyle Recommendations
● Insights into Possible Symptoms
● Doctor Suggestions for further consultation
● Reports available in 13 regional languages, making healthcare inclusive for all
This innovation bridges the gap between diagnostic reports and actionable healthcare guidance, empowering patients to understand and manage their health better.
The journey of Labwala is not just about business growth—it is about building a healthcare movement.
● Vision: To be the Largest Diagnostic Services Network in India, providing cost-effective, reliable, and accessible diagnostic services to every common man.
● Mission: To deliver healthcare with trust, affordability, and innovation, ensuring that people in every corner of India have access to world-class diagnostic services at their doorstep.
From being a young boy in Jaipur curious about experiments, to a top student till middle school, to a healthcare professional and finally an entrepreneur, Prabhat Sharma has walked a path full of challenges, learning, and growth. His 16 years of industry experience, resilience during the pandemic, and vision to serve society shaped Labwala into one of the fastest-growing diagnostic networks in India.
His story is not just about building a company; it is about turning adversity into opportunity, about showing that healthcare can be both affordable and inclusive, and about inspiring others to think beyond jobs and build solutions that truly make a difference.
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