Pathology Devices Market Size

Pathology Devices Market Analysis

The Pathology Devices Market size is estimated at USD 6.18 billion in 2024, and is expected to reach USD 8.32 billion by 2029, growing at a CAGR of 6.12% during the forecast period (2024-2029).

• The COVID-19 pandemic had a huge impact on healthcare systems around the world and caused many healthcare facilities to stop providing routine care and pathological testing, putting patients with chronic conditions, including cancer and cardiovascular disorders, at severe risk. For instance, according to an article published in International Medical Journal in January 2022, it was observed that the ratio of the number of pathology tests pre-lockdown and post-lockdown versus baseline period decreased from 1.02 to 0.53, respectively.
• However, the increased coronavirus cases among the population have increased the demand for pathological tests. For instance, as per an article published in Frontiers in Pathology in March 2022, it was found that the number of molecular microbiology tests was more than three times higher during the lockdown period. This has increased the company's focus on developing innovative pathological test kits and devices. Thus, the studied market is expected to grow and regain its full potential in the coming years.
• The increasing prevalence and burden of Alzheimer's disease, autoimmune diseases, cancer, and others around the world are driving the need for effective and advanced diagnostic tests, hence propelling the market growth. For instance, according to the 2022 statistics published by Alzheimer's Association, an estimated 6.5 million Americans age 65 and older were living with Alzheimer's dementia in 2022, and this number is projected to reach 13 million by 2050. Thus, the expected increase in the number of people suffering from Alzheimer's disease is anticipated to fuel the demand for pathology devices that helps physicians in early identifying the disease-causing dementia symptoms, thereby propelling the market growth.
• Additionally, as per the 2023 statistics published by ACS, about 24,810 malignant tumors of the brain or spinal cord (14,280 in males and 10,530 in females) are expected to be diagnosed in the United States in 2023. Thus, the high burden of brain or spinal cord tumors is anticipated to fuel the demand for radionuclide bone scintigraphy (bone scan) for detecting spinal pathologies, hence bolstering the market growth. Moreover, the rising company focus on developing technologically advanced pathological kits and devices is also contributing to the market growth. For instance, in April 2022, Sysmex Europe launched a new three-part differential system, XQ-320 XQ-Series Automated Hematology Analyzer, a robust device that brings excellence in quality to a diverse range of clinical laboratory environments with reliable technology and a new level of usability.
• Therefore, owing to the factors such as the high burden of chronic and infectious diseases and new product launches, the studied market is expected to grow over the forecast period. However, the high cost of devices and stringent regulations, as well as the lack of skilled professionals, are likely to impede the growth of pathological devices over the forecast period.