Segments - PCR & Real-time PCR Molecular Diagnostics Market by Product Type (Consumables, Instruments, Reagents, and Software), Application (Infectious Disease Testing, Oncology Testing, and Other Applications), End-user (Diagnostics Laboratories, Hospitals, and Others), and Region (Asia Pacific, North America, Latin America, Europe, and Middle East & Africa) - Global Industry Analysis, Growth, Share, Size, Trends, and Forecast 2023 – 2031
The global PCR & real-time PCR molecular diagnostics market size was USD 4.4 Billion in 2022 and is likely to reach USD 6.8 Billion by 2031, expanding at a CAGR of 4% during 2023–2031. The market growth is attributed to the increasing availability of diagnostic measures.
Growing advances in genomics and stem cell research is projected to boost the market during the assessment period. A significant number of diagnostic tests for the detection of infectious as well as non-infectious diseases are being developed. One of the most effective versions of these tests include the PCR rests. These tests can accurately detect the presence of pathogens and are being widely used, thus fueling market growth. For instance,
According to a May 2021 report published by the National Institutes of Health, the development of diagnostic tests based on the process of RNA amplification known as quantitative real-time polymerase chain reaction (qPCR) is proven to be the gold standard for PCR testing. It boasts an accuracy rate of almost 100%.
The rapid advancements in medical science and technology have led to easy access to PCR tests. A growing number of individuals, especially in middle and high-income countries have easy access to PCR diagnostic tests. Today, most medical centers and clinics have access to most forms of PCR tests to facilitate the early treatment of diseases. This is anticipated to impel the market during the projection period.
The COVID-19 pandemic propelled market growth owing to the urgency of diagnostic measures. Due to the widespread proliferation of the virus and the severity of the illness, governments worldwide dedicated their resources to developing highly accurate diagnostic measures, fueling market growth. Although the COVID-19 RT-PCR test had its pitfalls, it was distributed to all corners of the world to provide effective and efficient containment measures for the virus.
The advent of Artificial Intelligence (AI) is projected to augment the market considerably, owing to quicker and more accurate diagnostics. AI-based deep learning technologies display a considerable rate of accuracy as compared to conventional PCR tests. These technologies effectively and accurately examine large amounts of datasets, producing quick and highly accurate results. For instance.
According to a January 2022 journal article “The application of a deep learning system developed to reduce the time for RT-PCR in COVID-19 detection”, AI-based deep learning algorithms registered an accuracy rate of 90%—92% for the detection of the COVID-19 virus.
Growing prevalence of infectious diseases is expected to propel the market over the forecast period. Owing to the rampant population growth over the last few decades, the spread of bacterial and viral illnesses has proliferated considerably, thereby propelling market growth. The boost in the market is especially visible during the post-pandemic period where multiple renditions of real-time PCR tests were developed for the quick and accurate diagnosis of the virus. These factors are likely to impel the market during the assessment period.
High cost associated with the development of real-time PCR tests is a potential setback for market growth. Owing to the lack of established medical infrastructures in low-income countries, there is a lack of access to most PCR tests. Additionally, the absence of skilled medical professionals and researchers in these regions also poses a hurdle for the market.
Emerging technologies in PCR testing are projected to streamline the market considerably. The use of testing technologies is projected to speed up the process of testing. These tests result in quicker diagnoses and are proven to be especially effective in impeding the spread of highly infectious diseases that require immediate isolation. This includes the COVID-19 virus. For instance,
According to an October 2021 report published by Science Direct, DNA modification technology, CRISPR has proven to be highly effective and effective in the detection of the SARS-CoV-2 RNA. CRISPR-based testing holds an accuracy rate of 71.4%—98.5%.
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Attributes |
Details |
Report Title |
PCR & Real-time PCR Molecular Diagnostics Market - Global Industry Analysis, Growth, Share, Size, Trends, and Forecast |
Base Year |
2022 |
Historic Data |
2020–2021 |
Forecast Period |
2023–2031 |
Segmentation |
Product Type (Consumables, Instruments, Reagents, and Software), Application (Infectious Disease Testing, Oncology Testing, and Other Applications), and End-user (Diagnostics Laboratories, Hospitals, and Others) |
Regional Scope |
Asia Pacific, North America, Latin America, Europe, and Middle East & Africa |
Report Coverage |
Company Share, Market Analysis and Size, Competitive Landscape, Growth Factors, Market Trends, and Revenue Forecast |
Key Players Covered in the Report |
Abbott; BD; bioMérieux SA; Bio-Rad Laboratories, Inc.; Danaher Corporation; Exact Sciences Corporation.; F. Hoffmann-La Roche; Grifols, S.A.; Hologic; QIAGEN; S. A. Pharmachem Pvt. Ltd.; Seegene Inc.; and Thermo Fisher Scientific Inc. |
Based on product type, the PCR & real-time PCR molecular diagnostics market is divided into consumables, instruments, reagents, and software. The software segment is expected to dominate the market during the projection period owing to the rapid technological advancements and digitization of PCR testing. Due to the advent of microfluid systems, PCR tests are being increasingly miniaturized. This miniaturization of various testing software is projected to lead to the easy availability and low cost of different types of PCR tests, thereby fueling segment growth.
On the basis of application, the global market is segregated into infectious disease testing, oncology testing, and other applications. The oncology testing segment is projected to dominate the market during the forecast period owing to the worldwide proliferation of cancer. Rampant growth in various cancers has been observed due to increasingly unhealthy lifestyles and rising life expectancy. This has resulted in a growing demand for PCR-based tests, thereby boosting segment growth.
In recent years, the infectious disease testing segment has also shown considerable growth, owing to the rampant proliferation of pandemics such as COVID-19. Growing importance is being placed on more effective diagnosis, thereby fueling segment growth. Additionally, the growing prevalence of zoonotic infections such as dengue and malaria is projected to propel the segment in the years to come.
On the basis of end-users, the market is segmented into diagnostics laboratories, hospitals, and others. The hospital segment is expected to register a robust growth rate during the forecast period owing to easy access to modern medical equipment. Due to increased funding and medical infrastructure allocated to hospitals, they have the required access to the most modern and effective versions of PCR tests. This factor is expected to impel the segment over the coming years.
In terms of region, the global PCR & real-time PCR molecular diagnostics market is classified as Asia Pacific, North America, Latin America, Europe, and Middle East & Africa. North America is expected to dominate the market during the projection period owing to the increased incidences of diseases as well as the easy access to medical infrastructure.
The growth of the elderly, and vulnerable populations as well as the rise in unhealthy lifestyle habits is leading to higher rates of illnesses. This is considered to be the major factor fueling market growth. Additionally, easy access to advanced medical infrastructure allows individuals access to a multitude of real-time PCR tests further boosting market growth.
The Asia Pacific region is projected to register a considerable CAGR over the forecast period owing to the large population of the region. The high population numbers as well as density, enable the proliferation of numerous infectious diseases, thereby giving rise to the demand for PCR tests. The difficulty faced by governments in implementing containment measures in largely populated regions further amplified the need for testing measures. These problems are especially apparent in the densely populated regions of China and India, further fueling market growth.
The PCR & real-time PCR molecular diagnostics market has been segmented on the basis of
Key players competing in the global PCR & real-time PCR molecular diagnostics market are Abbott; BD; bioMérieux, Bio-Rad Laboratories, Inc.; Danaher Corporation; Exact Sciences Corporation.; Roche; Grifols, S.A.; Hologic; QIAGEN; S. A. Pharmachem Pvt. Ltd.; Seegene Inc.; and Thermo Fisher Scientific Inc.
These companies adopted development strategies including mergers, acquisitions, partnerships, collaboration, product launches, and production expansion to expand their consumer base worldwide. For instance,
In July 2021, Abbott launched the COVID-19 antigen self-test in India. This test is used to detect the presence of the SARS-CoV-2 virus in asymptomatic carriers. This test is projected to reduce the burden on healthcare sectors and will also make COVID-19 antigen tests easily accessible.