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Based on product, the biological sample collection kits market is segmented as swabs, viral transport media, blood collection Kits, and others. The swabs segment held the dominant market share in 2022 and was valued at over USD 2.7 billion. The swabs sample collection kits segment has experienced significant growth in recent years, primarily driven by the global COVID-19 pandemic. Swab sample collection kits are essential tools used for diagnostic testing, including PCR and antigen tests, to detect various infectious diseases. During the COVID-19 pandemic, the demand for swabs sample collection kits surged as countries worldwide implemented widespread testing to identify and control the spread of the virus. This rise in demand led to a shortage of swabs and the need to rapidly increase production to meet testing requirements.
Based on application, the biological sample collection kits market is segmented as diagnostics and research. The diagnostics segment held a dominant market share in 2022 and was valued at around USD 6.1 billion. Biological sample collection kits are essential tools used in diagnosis and medical research to obtain specimens from patients for testing and analysis. These kits provide standardized and convenient methods for collecting various biological samples, such as blood, urine, saliva, swabs, and tissue samples. For instance, blood collection kits are used to collect blood samples for various tests including complete blood count (CBC), blood chemistry analysis, infectious disease screening, and genetic testing among others. Saliva samples are collected using kits designed specifically for saliva-based testing, including genetic testing, hormone analysis, and infectious disease screening. These kits often include saliva collection tubes or containers, swabs or sponges, and preservatives to stabilize the sample. Hence, the above-mentioned variables are projected to fuel the industry growth over the forecast period.
Based on end-use, the biological sample collection kits market is segmented as hospitals and clinics, diagnostic centers, homecare, and others. The hospitals & clinics segment dominated the market in 2022 and is projected to reach USD 11.5 billion by 2032. The soaring use of novel biological sample collection kits in hospital & clinic settings delivering rapid and reliable outcomes is estimated to surge the patient preference for these healthcare facilities. The availability of a broad spectrum of kits for performing these tests with proven accuracy is set to drive products preference in hospitals & clinics. Growing admissions with infectious & chronic disorders and growing disease screening initiatives along with the accessibility to board-certified healthcare professionals are some other variables that are augmenting the segment growth positively.
The U.S. held a dominant share in the North America biological sample collection kits market and was valued at USD 2.3 billion in 2022. This majority market share is attributable to numerous variables including the presence of key market players, an increase in the prevalence of infectious diseases, and rising awareness regarding early-stage disease diagnosis among others. For instance, according to the Center for Diseases Control Prevention (CDC), in 2019, the human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) affected around 1,189,700 individuals in the U.S. Further, as per the National Hospital Ambulatory Medical Care Survey (NHAMCS) 2020, around 4.3 million people visited the emergency departments for the primary diagnosis of infectious diseases in the U.S. Biological sample collection kits has become a significant diagnostic tool to confirm the presence or absence of such infectious diseases, thereby stimulating the product demand positively.
The U.S. has a robust healthcare and biotechnology sector, with significant investments in research and development activities. The increasing focus on drug development, genomics, and personalized medicine has fuelled the demand for biological sample collection kits in the region. Moreover, the U.S. has a well-established regulatory framework for the approval and use of medical devices including sample collection kits. A favourable regulatory environment encourages market players to invest in product development and launch new offerings, further driving market growth. Thus, the above-mentioned factors are projected to boost the U.S. biological sample collection kits market during the analysis timeframe.