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市場調查報告書
商品編碼
1722460
2025 年至 2033 年獸醫分子診斷市場報告(按產品、技術、動物類型、疾病類型、最終用戶和地區)Veterinary Molecular Diagnostics Market Report by Product, Technology, Animal Type, Disease Type, End User, and Region 2025-2033 |
2024 年全球獸醫分子診斷市場規模達 7.456 億美元。展望未來, IMARC Group預計到 2033 年市場規模將達到 14.822 億美元,2025-2033 年期間的成長率 (CAGR) 為 7.54%。推動市場成長的主要因素包括:越來越多的人開始飼養寵物,分子診斷技術不斷進步,以及為規範獸醫實踐中的分子診斷測試而不斷實施嚴格的監管指南和品質控制標準。
養寵物的人數日益增多
越來越多的人開始飼養寵物,這對獸醫分子診斷市場產生了積極的影響。寵物擁有量的激增導致對獸醫服務(包括診斷)的需求增加。例如,根據英國寵物食品製造商協會2021年3月發布的寵物數量資料,英國超過59%的家庭擁有寵物,2021年寵物數量超過3,260萬隻。將寵物視為家庭成員的趨勢日益成長,這反過來又增加了獸醫分子診斷市場的需求。此外,狗和貓是寵物主人最愛的寵物。例如,2022 年狗的數量約為 6.045 億隻,而貓的數量約為。全球有4.082億。此外,美國寵物產品協會於2022年4月發布報告稱,2021年美國寵物產業總支出達1,236億美元,高於2020年的1,036億美元。動物保健支出的成長預計將推動獸醫分子診斷市場的成長,因為預計相當一部分寵物主人將使用先進的診斷方式來治療動物的各種疾病,並推動獸醫分子診斷市場近期的價格上漲。
動物疾病發生率上升
動物疾病發生率的上升促進了獸醫分子診斷市場的成長。卡加利大學於 2021 年 6 月發表的一項研究旨在調查家犬感染多房棘球絛蟲的情況,以推斷其在人畜共患病傳播中的潛在作用,該研究表明,多房棘球絛蟲是北半球(加拿大艾伯塔省)的一種寄生蠕蟲,通常會在終宿主和中間宿主之間循環。但在城市地區,家犬也可能成為這種寄生蟲的宿主,由於它們距離較近,可能對人類構成重大風險因素。此外,據估計,每年有五分之一的農場動物因疾病而死亡,而更多的動物則遭受疾病的影響。根據新興病原體研究所 2021 年 11 月發表的一篇文章,牛呼吸道疾病佔飼養場疾病的 75%,每年對養牛戶造成的經濟損失超過 10 億美元。紅眼症每年造成的損失估計為 1.5 億美元,而腐蹄病對乳製品生產商造成的損失為每頭乳牛 120 至 350 美元。預計動物損失和遺傳疾病的增加將推動對獸醫分子診斷的需求,從而增加獸醫分子診斷的市場佔有率。
分子診斷技術的不斷進步
分子診斷技術的不斷進步正在促進市場的成長。聚合酶鍊式反應 (PCR)、次世代定序 (NGS) 和微陣列分析等尖端分子診斷技術正在不斷發展,為獸醫提供有關動物健康的無與倫比的見解。此外,各主要市場參與者正在推出改良的診斷試劑盒和儀器,以促進高品質的診斷和治療。例如,2022 年 4 月,格林斯伯勒的 Carolina Liquid Chemistries Corp 簽署了一項半獨家協議,為美國獸醫市場分銷攜帶式分析儀。該公司分銷的 SeamatySMT-120 VP 獸醫自動化學分析儀,是一款用於動物健康診斷的緊湊型全自動化學、電解質免疫分析和凝血分析儀。同樣,2021 年 9 月,Micro Vet Diagnostics 推出了 Micro-chem II,這是一款用於動物健康的全新化學、電解質、免疫分析和凝血分析儀,可提供準確的參考和實驗室品質的結果。這些創新提高了獸醫實驗室的效率,並縮短了測試結果的周轉時間,預計將在未來幾年推動獸醫分子診斷市場的收入。
The global veterinary molecular diagnostics market size reached USD 745.6 Million in 2024. Looking forward, IMARC Group expects the market to reach USD 1,482.2 Million by 2033, exhibiting a growth rate (CAGR) of 7.54% during 2025-2033. The growing adoption of pets among the masses, increasing advancements in molecular diagnostic technologies, and rising implementation of stringent regulatory guidelines and quality control standards to standardize molecular diagnostic tests in veterinary practice are some of the major factors propelling the market growth.
Growing Adoption of Pets Among the Masses
The growing adoption of pets among the masses is positively influencing the veterinary molecular diagnostics market. This surge in pet ownership is resulting in a higher demand for veterinary services, including diagnostics. For instance, according to the pet population data published in March 2021 by the Pet Food Manufacturers Association, over 59% of households in the United Kingdom had pets, with over 32.6 million pets in 2021. The trend of treating pets as family members is growing, which in turn is augmenting the veterinary molecular diagnostics market demand. Moreover, dogs and cats are the popular pets adopted by pet parents. For instance, the dog population was around 604.5 million in 2022, whereas the cat population was approx. 408.2 million globally. Besides this, the American Pet Products Association published in April 2022 that the total American pet industry expenditure reached US$ 123.6 Billion in 2021, up from US$ 103.6 Billion in 2020. The rise in animal health expenditure is expected to drive the growth of the veterinary molecular diagnostics market, as a significant portion of pet owners are expected to use advanced diagnostic modalities for various disease conditions in animals and propel the veterinary molecular diagnostics market's recent price.
Rising Prevalence of Animal Diseases
The rising prevalence of animal diseases is bolstering the growth of the veterinary molecular diagnostics market. According to a study published by the University of Calgary in June 2021, conducted to investigate the infections of Echinococcus multilocularis in domestic dogs to infer their potential role in zoonotic transmission, stated that Echinococcus multilocularis, a parasitic helminth of the northern hemisphere (Alberta, Canada), normally cycles through definitive and intermediate hosts. But in urban areas, domestic dogs can also become hosts for this parasite, which could become a significant risk factor to humans due to their proximity. Besides this, it is estimated that one in five farm animals is lost due to diseases each year, while many more animals suffer the effects of illness. According to an article published by Emerging Pathogen Institutes in November 2021, bovine respiratory diseases account for 75% of feedlot illnesses, and economic losses to cattle producers exceed US$ 1 Billion every year. The estimated costs for pinkeye are US$ 150 Million yearly, and losses to dairy producers due to foot rot range from US$ 120 to US$ 350 per animal. Such increasing losses and genetic disorders among animals are expected to drive the demand for veterinary molecular diagnostics, thereby augmenting the veterinary molecular diagnostics market share.
Increasing Advancements in Molecular Diagnostic Technologies
The increasing advancements in molecular diagnostic technologies are bolstering the growth of the market. Cutting-edge molecular diagnostic technologies, such as polymerase chain reaction (PCR), next-generation sequencing (NGS), and microarray analysis, are continually evolving to provide veterinarians with unparalleled insights into the health of animals. Moreover, various key market players are launching improved diagnostics kits and instruments to facilitate quality diagnosis and treatments. For instance, in April 2022, Carolina Liquid Chemistries Corp of Greensboro signed a semi-exclusive agreement to distribute a portable analyzer for the US veterinary market. The company distributed the SeamatySMT-120 VP veterinary automated chemistry analyzer, a compact, fully automatic chemistry, electrolyte immunoassay, and coagulation analyzer for animal health diagnosis. Similarly, in September 2021, Micro Vet Diagnostics launched Micro-chem II, a completely new chemistry, electrolyte, immunoassay, and coagulation analyzer for animal health, producing accurate reference and laboratory-quality results. Such innovations are enhancing the efficiency of veterinary laboratories and enabling quicker turnaround times for test results, which is anticipated to propel veterinary molecular diagnostics market revenue in the coming years.
Kits and reagents dominate the market
The veterinary molecular diagnostics market report has provided a detailed breakup and analysis of the market based on the product. This includes kits and reagents, instruments, and software and services. According to the report, kits and reagents represented the largest segment.
In veterinary molecular diagnostics, various kits and reagents are required to conduct tests and experiments to detect and analyze nucleic acids from animal samples. These molecular diagnostic tools are used for a wide range of purposes, including disease detection, genotyping, pathogen identification, and genetic research in animals. Kits and reagents for next-generation sequencing (NGS) are employed to characterize the genomes of pathogens, aiding in the study of their evolution, drug resistance, and virulence factors. They also enable the study of epigenetic modifications in animal DNA, providing insights into gene regulation and potential links between epigenetic changes and disease susceptibility.
Real time PCR holds the largest share in the market
Real-time PCR (Polymerase Chain Reaction) in Veterinary Molecular Diagnostics is a molecular biology technique used to amplify and quantify DNA in real-time during the PCR process. It is a sensitive and accurate method for measuring the amount of a target DNA or RNA molecule in a biological sample. Real-time PCR is widely employed to examine and quantify pathogens in animals, including viruses, bacteria, fungi, and parasites. It also allows for early and accurate diagnosis, enabling prompt treatment and disease management.
Companion animal holds the biggest share in the market
As per the veterinary molecular diagnostics market statistics by IMARC, the increasing trend of pet humanization is contributing to the growth of this segment. Companion animals, like dogs, cats, and other pets, require veterinary molecular diagnostics to detect diseases and health conditions. Some companion animals are prone to genetic disorders or inherited diseases. The rising pet ownership and growing consciousness of pet parents regarding the health of their pets are bolstering the market for molecular diagnostics. For instance, there are over 31 million pet dogs and around 2.44 million pet cats in India. The pet cat population may reach 4.89 million by 2026. 11% of people in India own at least four pets. Molecular diagnostics can identify genetic mutations or markers associated with these conditions, allowing breeders to make informed decisions about breeding and helping veterinarians manage the health of affected animals. Molecular tests can rapidly identify the presence of infectious agents, including viruses, bacteria, and parasites. This is crucial for diagnosing and managing diseases like parvovirus, feline leukemia, and Lyme disease.
Vector-borne diseases hold the maximum share in the market
Vector-borne diseases in animals are infections that are transmitted from one animal to another through the bites of arthropod vectors, similar to how these diseases are transmitted to humans. They can have significant economic impacts on agriculture and can reduce the productivity of livestock, decrease meat and milk production, and even lead to animal deaths. Molecular diagnostic methods, like PCR, swiftly and precisely identify the genetic material of pathogens causing vector-borne diseases in animals, crucial for efficient disease control. Such techniques aid in tracking disease advancement in infected animals, enabling veterinarians to gauge infection severity and adapt treatment strategies accordingly.
The veterinary molecular diagnostics market overview indicates that veterinary molecular diagnostics plays a crucial role in veterinary hospitals by offering advanced tools and techniques for the monitoring and treatment of diseases in animals. They can be used in biosecurity protocols to quickly identify and isolate infected animals, preventing the spread of contagious diseases within veterinary hospitals and breeding facilities.
Veterinary molecular diagnostics plays a pivotal role in clinical laboratories dedicated to animal healthcare. These sophisticated techniques harness the power of molecular biology to provide rapid, precise, and comprehensive insights into the health of animals. Besides this, in research institutes focused on enhancing understanding of animal health, genetics, and disease mechanisms, veterinary molecular diagnostics is essential. Utilizing state-of-the-art molecular methods like Polymerase Chain Reaction (PCR), DNA sequencing, and genotyping, these institutes conduct diverse studies benefiting both animal and human welfare.
North America exhibits a clear dominance, accounting for the largest veterinary molecular diagnostics market share
The market research report has also provided a comprehensive analysis of all the major regional markets, which include North America (the United States and Canada); Asia Pacific (China, Japan, India, South Korea, Australia, Indonesia, and others); Europe (Germany, France, the United Kingdom, Italy, Spain, Russia, and others); Latin America (Brazil, Mexico, and others); and the Middle East and Africa. According to the report, North America accounted for the largest market share.
North America held the biggest market share due to the rising adoption of pets among the masses to enjoy their companionship. For instance, according to pet ownership statistics by Forbes, pet ownership in the U.S. jumped significantly over the past three decades. As of 2024, 66% of U.S. households (86.9 million homes) own a pet. That is up from 56% in 1988. Moreover, the rise in the prevalence of animal diseases and injuries is also a major factor bolstering the market growth. According to the 2021-2022 National Pet Owners Survey conducted by the American Pet Products Association (APPA), the annual expenditure on a routine visit for dogs accounts for US$ 242 and US$ 178 for cats in the country. Furthermore, the increasing affordability of molecular diagnostic tests, making them a viable option for a wider range of veterinary practices, is contributing to the growth of the market. Apart from this, the escalating number of product launches in North America that focus on molecular diagnostics for animals drives the market growth. For instance, in January 2022, IDEXX Laboratories, Inc. expanded its reference laboratory menu of tests and services that will enable veterinarians to better meet the challenges of diagnosing and treating cancer. Such activities are expected to positively impact the veterinary molecular diagnostics market outlook in the coming years.
Key market players are developing innovative and more accurate diagnostic tests for animals by creating new assays, improving the sensitivity and specificity of existing tests, and expanding their test menu to cover a broader range of diseases. They are also expanding their product portfolios to include a wider range of diagnostic tests for different animal species, including companion animals (dogs and cats), livestock (cattle, pigs, and poultry), and exotic animals. Top companies are establishing partnerships or collaborations with distributors and veterinary clinics in different regions to reach a global customer base. They are also incorporating automation and advanced technologies into their diagnostic platforms to streamline testing processes, reduce turnaround times, and enhance the accuracy of results.
The market research report has provided a comprehensive analysis of the competitive landscape. Detailed profiles of all major companies have also been provided. Some of the key players in the market include: