Shaping the future of pathology

We deliver high‑quality laboratory and diagnostic services, performing more than 65 million tests every year. With a portfolio of over 6,000 assays, our accredited labs provide everything from routine blood tests to advanced molecular and genetic analysis – giving you fast, reliable answers when they matter most.

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Research & Innovation

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£0m+ invested in

employee-led innovation and research projects since 2022

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1st urban drone deliveries

of pathology samples in the UK

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0 hospital sites

supported to roll out Rapid Pathogen Metagenomics

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News & resources

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Synnovis and Apian partner to advance drone and autonomous robotics in healthcare logistics

The latest milestone for the teams behind the UK’s first medical drone delivery service. Synnovis and Apian have announced a strategic partnership to further develop the use of drones and autonomous robotics in pathology logistics. This collaboration will improve the speed, resilience and cost effectiveness of sample delivery to better support our customers and partners. [...]

SYNLAB UK&I joins the Equalex Employer Charter

Talent, not background, should determine the next generation of healthcare scientists. SYNLAB UK&I has strengthened its commitment to improving employment opportunities for young Londoners by signing the Equalex Employer Charter. This is a shared commitment between us and the Central London Careers Hub to provide high quality and inclusive work experience for young people. We [...]

Synnovis milestone: 2,000 revolutionary blood tests for NHS lung and breast cancer patients

NHS England became the world’s first health service to roll out circulating tumour DNA (ctDNA) testing for suspected lung cancer in 2025 Synnovis* have supported this initiative from its pilot phase and now provide ctDNA testing for over a third of eligible NHS patients in England including those from South London, Kent, Sussex, Surrey, West [...]