Lab Automation for In-vitro Diagnostics Market Size & Share Analysis - Growth Trends & Forecasts (2023 - 2028)

The Lab Automation for In-vitro Diagnostics Market is segmented by Equipment (Automated Plate Handler, Automated Liquid Handler, Robotic Arm, Automated Storage, and Retrieval System and Analyzer), End User (Academic and Laboratory), and Geography. The report offers the market size in value terms in USD for all the abovementioned segments.

Lab Automation For In-Vitro Diagnostics Market Size

Lab Automation For In-Vitro Diagnostics Market Summary
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Study Period 2018 - 2028
Market Size (2023) USD 5.41 Billion
Market Size (2028) USD 7.34 Billion
CAGR (2023 - 2028) 6.30 %
Fastest Growing Market Asia Pacific
Largest Market North America

Major Players

Lab Automation For In-Vitro Diagnostics Market Major Players

*Disclaimer: Major Players sorted in no particular order

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Lab Automation For In-Vitro Diagnostics Market Analysis

The Lab Automation for In-Vitro Diagnostics Market size is expected to grow from USD 5.41 billion in 2023 to USD 7.34 billion by 2028, at a CAGR of 6.30% during the forecast period (2023-2028).

The increase in testing due to the pandemic and the development of automated in-vitro diagnostic systems for labs to provide quick, precise, and error-free diagnoses can be attributed to market growth.

  • Lab automation is the process of using specimen-processing equipment to conduct clinical research. This procedure is carried out in order to develop new technology in order to increase productivity and decrease time cycles. In-vitro diagnostics is used in various settings, including laboratories, clinics, educational institutions, diagnostic centers, and private homes.
  • The IVD product portfolio includes devices that aid clinical chemistry and immunoassays, urinalysis, point-of-care testing, and patient self-testing devices. The market is expanding as a result of significant players introducing an increasing number of IVD (in vitro diagnostics) products.
  • Lab automation is becoming more common, particularly in the development of IVD medical devices. On an unprecedented scale, technology is assisting in increasing the productivity and throughput of in vitro diagnostics. Furthermore, the IVD market is expected to benefit from cognitive machine-learning capabilities and Big Data to supplement diagnostic test information and technologies to enable seamless connectivity between multiple instrument systems. Automation solutions will be in high demand as a result of such technological advancements.
  • The increase in R&D activities in the pharmaceutical industries and the increase in demand for process automation for food safety are driving the growth of lab automation for the in-vitro diagnostics market. The increased adoption of these systems as a result of workflow standardization and stringent regulatory control in the healthcare industry influences the growth of lab automation for the in-vitro diagnostics market.
  • Significant investments in advanced technologies and business model transformation, driven by products and value-added services, are expected to propel the market. Furthermore, the rapid spread of existing diseases and the discovery of new diseases increase the demand for early treatment and diagnosis. This is expected to increase the rate of clinical diagnostic applications, fueling the adoption of lab automation solutions.
  • Automating in-vitro diagnostic devices allows the healthcare diagnostic industry to drastically reduce potential errors, detect infection, diagnose medical conditions, prevent disease, and monitor drug therapies more accurately. For example, in pandemic outbreaks, robotics can be used to reduce infection exposure, distribute medications and food, assess vital signs, promote border control, and automate disinfection.
  • Furthermore, incorporating AI and analytical tools into laboratory workflows expands the lab automation market's profitable opportunities. However, a lack of skilled laboratory professionals and the limited feasibility of technology integration in analytical labs will challenge and hinder the in-vitro diagnostics lab automation market.
  • The COVID-19 pandemic's continued market impact and increased consumer demand can be attributed to molecular diagnostics. Flu and COVID-19, for example, have symptoms that are difficult to distinguish. Furthermore, with the outbreak of COVID-19, several regions have seen an increase in the number of tests performed to detect the virus, necessitating lab automation technologies.

Lab Automation For In-Vitro Diagnostics Market Trends

Adoption of Robotics Arms Aids the Market Growth

  • In-vitro diagnostics (IVD) has become indispensable in the healthcare system by providing critical information to diagnose diseases and guide therapeutic decisions. The scope of robotic surgery, the transition from open to laparoscopic surgery, and the demand for surgeons with expertise in complex robotic medical procedures will all expand.
  • Clinical diagnostics and in vitro diagnostic (IVD) markets benefit from current advancements in automation and robotics, such as enhanced liquid handling robot solutions rather than individual pipetting chores or other types of manual handling. Robotic ultrasound has been tested in various settings, including operating rooms, remote clinics, and space.
  • Robotic arms are increasingly used in research laboratories for applications requiring flexibility, efficient space utilization, and seamless integration of lab peripherals. Adoption has grown over time due to the ease with which the arms can be programmed. As a result, the market will be driven by the increased adoption of robotic arms for lab automation.
  • The most common application of robotics in laboratories is machine tending or pick and place to reduce labor requirements and increase productivity. However, thanks to advancements in modular equipment, even small laboratories can reap the benefits of automation. With the assistance of various vendors, laboratories of all sizes are quickly realizing the many advantages of robotic laboratory automation.
  • Because of technological advancements and increased demand for results, laboratories are increasingly utilizing automated systems. Because of its precision, improved data management capabilities, reduced repetitiveness, and eventually less human intervention, lab automation is becoming more popular, resulting in higher throughput and accuracy. For example, a robot arm for sorting blood samples reduces hospital diagnostic center personnel's workload while ensuring safety.
  • Moreover, IoT-enabled systems provide server control and monitoring of various sensors and can be easily configured to handle additional hardware interface modules. Sensors installed in robots and loaded onto devices may aid data collection and communication with cloud servers and other devices. Furthermore, laboratories can maintain data with high levels of security while providing accurate and unaltered data via IoT.
Lab Automation For In-Vitro Diagnostics Market: Industry Revenue of “Medical and Diagnostic Laboratories“ in the U.S. 2017-2024, (In Billion USD) - Lab Automation For In-vitro Diagnostics Market

North America to Hold the Largest Market Share

  • North America dominates the lab automation for the in-vitro diagnostics market due to the presence of large pharmaceutical companies and the rapid increase in investment in the drug discovery and genomics sectors. The United States, on the other hand, is expected to have a significant growth rate during the forecast period due to the increased development of novel technologies, rapid population growth, and continuous technological advancements.
  • North America has been a leader in clinical research for many years. Pfizer, Novartis, GlaxoSmithKline, J&J, and Novartis are among the major pharmaceutical companies headquartered in this region. In addition, the area has the greatest concentration of contract research organizations (CROs). Some significant CROs are Laboratory Corp. of America Holdings, IQVIA, Syneos Health, and Parexel International Corp.
  • Because of the availability of government funds, stringent FDA regulations, the growing use of molecular diagnostics in genetic disorders and cancer screening, and most of the major players in this region, the region is expected to account for a major market share.
  • Additionally, the growing number of surgeries and the prevalence of various chronic diseases drive demand for automation in the clinical diagnostics industry. The American Orthopedic Surgeons (AAOS) predicts that approximately 3.0 million total knee arthroplasty surgeries will be performed in the United States by 2030. The diagnosis of these and other chronic conditions necessitates sample collection, which increases demand for the market under consideration.
  • Moreover, increased access to superior technologies, increased demand for laboratory automation, and the expansion of molecular diagnostics for genetic disorders and cancer screening in the United States may all boost market demand in North America. SmartLabs, a Boston-based Laboratory-as-a-Service (LaaS) leader, announced plans to open its first facility in the city in August 2022, in addition to SmartLabs' advanced resourcing in Boston and the Bay Area, which is expected to become the city's most prominent life sciences research and production space upon completion in 2025.
  • Furthermore, with the outbreak of COVID-19, the region saw an increase in the number of tests performed to detect the virus. In February 2022, the American government launched the Cancer Moonshot to increase cancer screening rates to find cases that had gone undiagnosed due to the COVID-19 pandemic. The government intends to cut cancer deaths by half in the next 25 years through early detection and treatment, which will increase demand for cancer IVD tests.
  • Diagnostic Robotics, a leading provider of Artificial Intelligence and Care Management solutions for Healthcare plans and providers, today announced the closing of a USD 45M Series B funding round led by StageOne investors, which will help to drive vastly improved care management for members in July 2022. Such investments will encourage the use of automation solutions in medical laboratories.
Lab Automation For In-Vitro Diagnostics Market: Growth Rate By Region

Lab Automation For In-Vitro Diagnostics Industry Overview

Lab automation for the in-vitro diagnostics market is a consolidated market. The entry cost for setting up lab infrastructure remains high, and hence, only a few major players dominate the market. Moreover, this market has undergone a round of consolidation already. The major players in this market are Cognex Corporation, Roche Holding AG, Thermo Fisher Scientific Inc., and Abbott Laboratories. Market domination through innovative product launches and strategic agreements continues across this industry.

In January 2022, Fujirebio, a global leader in IVD testing, announced the commercial launch of the RoboBlot instrument, a closed system for the automated processing of the widely used INNO-LIA Score assays. The system's preprogrammed test protocols automate sample addition to strip processing, image capture, and result interpretation, as well as laboratory information system (LIS) communication where applicable.

In February 2022, Automata, which began by developing a robotic arm for individual tasks, raised USD 50 million to automate entire lab processes from beginning to end. Octopus Ventures led the round, which included Hummingbird, Latitude Ventures, ABB Technology Ventures, Isomer Capital, In-Q-Tel, and others. The company believes transitioning from partial to full automation will result in significant time savings and increased throughput.

Lab Automation For In-Vitro Diagnostics Market Leaders

  1. Cognex Corporation

  2. Roche Holding AG

  3. Thermo Fisher Scientific Inc.

  4. Danaher Corporation

  5. Siemens Healthineers AG

*Disclaimer: Major Players sorted in no particular order

Lab Automation For In-Vitro Diagnostics Market Concentration

Lab Automation For In-Vitro Diagnostics Market News

  • Feb 2023: Siemens Healthineers, a leading medical technology company, and Unilabs, a leading diagnostic services provider, have announced a multi-year agreement worth more than EUR 200 million. Unilabs has invested in top-tier Siemens Healthineers technology and will acquire more than 400 laboratory analyzers to improve its laboratory infrastructure and provide unrivaled service to its customers.
  • May 2022: Beckman Coulter Life Sciences introduced the "AQUIOS STEM" system, a new solution for stem cell analysis. The system is a modular approach to automated and IVD-certified analysis of CD34+ hematopoietic stem and progenitor cells and was created in collaboration with top experts in the field of clinical CD34+ enumeration. The system can reduce the need for laboratory-developed tests (LDTs) and is fostered by a flexible in-vitro diagnostics assay setup.
  • Mar 2022: Roche Diagnostics launched its new molecular laboratory instrument, in vitro testing diagnostics on the COBAS 5800 System, in the United Kingdom. The new system, with improved automation, can help increase testing volumes, improve operational efficiency, and manage the increasing demand that many laboratories are experiencing.

Lab Automation for In-vitro Diagnostics Market Report - Table of Contents

  1. 1. INTRODUCTION

    1. 1.1 Study Assumptions and Market Definition

    2. 1.2 Scope of the Study

  2. 2. RESEARCH METHODOLOGY

  3. 3. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY

  4. 4. MARKET DYNAMICS

    1. 4.1 Market Overview

    2. 4.2 Industry Attractiveness - Porter's Five Forces Analysis

      1. 4.2.1 Threat of New Entrants

      2. 4.2.2 Bargaining Power of Buyers

      3. 4.2.3 Bargaining Power of Suppliers

      4. 4.2.4 Threat of Substitute Products

      5. 4.2.5 Intensity of Competitive Rivalry

      6. 4.2.6 Industry Value Chain Analysis

    3. 4.3 Market Drivers

      1. 4.3.1 Flexibility and Adaptability of Lab Automation Systems

      2. 4.3.2 Digital Transformation for Laboratories with IoT

    4. 4.4 Market Restraints

      1. 4.4.1 Slow Adoption Rates by Small and Medium Laboratories

      2. 4.4.2 Lack of Skilled Laboratory Professionals

    5. 4.5 Assessment of COVID-19 Impact on the Industry

  5. 5. MARKET SEGMENTATION

    1. 5.1 By Equipment

      1. 5.1.1 Automated Plate Handler

      2. 5.1.2 Automated Liquid Handler

      3. 5.1.3 Robotic Arm

      4. 5.1.4 Automated Storage and Retrieval System

      5. 5.1.5 Analyzer

    2. 5.2 By End User

      1. 5.2.1 Academic

      2. 5.2.2 Laboratory

      3. 5.2.3 Other End Users

    3. 5.3 By Geography

      1. 5.3.1 North America

      2. 5.3.2 Europe

      3. 5.3.3 Asia-Pacific

      4. 5.3.4 Latin America

      5. 5.3.5 Middle-East and Africa

  6. 6. COMPETITIVE LANDSCAPE

    1. 6.1 Company Profiles

      1. 6.1.1 Cognex Corporation

      2. 6.1.2 Roche Holding AG

      3. 6.1.3 Thermo Fisher Scientific Inc.

      4. 6.1.4 Danaher Corporation

      5. 6.1.5 Agilent Technologies Inc.

      6. 6.1.6 Abbott Laboratories

      7. 6.1.7 PerkinElmer Inc.

      8. 6.1.8 Tecan Group Ltd

      9. 6.1.9 Becton, Dickinson and Company

      10. 6.1.10 Siemens Healthineers AG

    2. *List Not Exhaustive
  7. 7. INVESTMENT ANALYSIS

  8. 8. MARKET OPPORTUNITIES AND FUTURE TRENDS

**Subject to Availability

Lab Automation For In-Vitro Diagnostics Industry Segmentation

In-vitro diagnostics (IVD) tests are basically medical devices that could be in the form of reagents, techniques, instruments, or a combination of these used in vitro for the examination of specimens, such as blood, urine, or tissue, with the goal of obtaining a diagnosis from assays in a controlled environment. Diagnostic tests are usually conducted in laboratories, private or public, equipped with appropriate and sometimes expensive instrumentation and staffed with trained and qualified personnel to perform the tests.

The Lab Automation for In-vitro Diagnostics Market is segmented by Equipment (Automated Plate Handler, Automated Liquid Handler, Robotic Arm, Automated Storage, and Retrieval System and Analyzer), End User (Academic and Laboratory), and Geography. The report offers the market size in value terms in USD for all the abovementioned segments. 

By Equipment
Automated Plate Handler
Automated Liquid Handler
Robotic Arm
Automated Storage and Retrieval System
Analyzer
By End User
Academic
Laboratory
Other End Users
By Geography
North America
Europe
Asia-Pacific
Latin America
Middle-East and Africa

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Lab Automation for In-vitro Diagnostics Market Research FAQs

The Lab Automation For In-vitro Diagnostics Market size is expected to reach USD 5.41 billion in 2023 and grow at a CAGR of 6.30% to reach USD 7.34 billion by 2028.

In 2023, the Lab Automation For In-vitro Diagnostics Market size is expected to reach USD 5.41 billion.

Cognex Corporation, Roche Holding AG, Thermo Fisher Scientific Inc., Danaher Corporation and Siemens Healthineers AG are the major companies operating in the Lab Automation For In-vitro Diagnostics Market.

Asia Pacific is estimated to grow at the highest CAGR over the forecast period (2023-2028).

In 2023, the North America accounts for the largest market share in Lab Automation For In-vitro Diagnostics Market.

Lab Automation For In-vitro Diagnostics Industry Report

Statistics for the 2023 Lab Automation For In-Vitro Diagnostics market share, size and revenue growth rate, created by Mordor Intelligence™ Industry Reports. Lab Automation For In-Vitro Diagnostics analysis includes a market forecast outlook to for 2023 to 2028 and historical overview. Get a sample of this industry analysis as a free report PDF download.

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