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STD Diagnostics Market Analysis

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  • Published Date: Feb 2024
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STD Diagnostics Market Analysis

Based on product type, the market is segmented into instruments/analyzers, and consumables. The consumables segment is projected to reach USD 18.3 billion by the end of 2032.

 

  • Consumables play a vital role in the comprehensive management of STDs by facilitating accurate diagnosis, prompt treatment initiation, preventive measures, and patient education.

     

  • Furthermore, consumables such as test kits, reagents, and specimen collection materials enable accurate and reliable diagnosis of STDs. This facilitates timely identification of infections, allowing for prompt initiation of treatment.

     

  • Moreover, consumables designed for rapid diagnostic tests (RDTs) provide quick results, often within minutes. This rapid turnaround time enables healthcare providers to offer same-day diagnosis and treatment, improving patient outcomes and reducing the risk of disease transmission.

 

STD Diagnostics Market, By Test Type (2023)

Based on test type, the STD diagnostics market is segmented into laboratory testing and point of care (PoC) testing. The laboratory testing segment held over USD 9.5 billion revenue in 2023, holds prominence due to its accuracy, reliability, and comprehensive screening capabilities.

 

  • Laboratory tests offer higher accuracy compared to point-of-care testing, making them essential for precise diagnosis and monitoring of sexually transmitted diseases (STDs).

     

  • With specialized equipment, trained personnel, and standardized protocols, laboratory testing ensures quality control and adherence to regulatory standards.

     

  • Moreover, laboratory facilities can process a large volume of samples efficiently, enabling timely testing and result reporting, crucial for patient management and public health surveillance.

     

Based on disease, the STD diagnostics market is segmented into CT/NG, syphilis, gonorrhea, genital herpes (HSV I & HSV II), HPV, HIV/AIDS, ureaplasma & mycoplasma, trichomoniasis, VZV, and other diseases. The syphilis segment to cross USD 7 billion revenue size by the end of 2032.

 

  • Syphilis is a sexually transmitted disease (STD) caused by the bacterium treponema pallidum. It can be transmitted through sexual contact, including vaginal, anal, or oral sex, as well as through close skin-to-skin contact with an infected sore during early stages of the disease.

     

  • For instance, the World Health Organization (WHO) estimated that in 2020 approximately 7.1 million adults aged 15–49 globally acquired syphilis.

     

  • Furthermore, syphilis is treatable with antibiotics, especially in its early stages. Thus, prompt diagnosis and treatment can prevent the progression of the disease and reduce the risk of serious complications, such as neurosyphilis and cardiovascular syphilis.

     

Based on technology, the STD diagnostics market is segmented into immunoassay, molecular diagnostics, and other technologies. The immunoassay segment accounted for USD 6.6 billion revenue in 2023.

 

  • Immunoassays are highly sensitive and specific, allowing for accurate detection of STD-related antigens or antibodies in patient samples. This ensures reliable results, minimizing false positives and false negatives.

     

  • Furthermore, many immunoassays provide rapid results, enabling timely diagnosis and treatment initiation. Quick turnaround times are especially beneficial for point-of-care testing and emergency situations, allowing for prompt intervention and disease management.

     

  • Moreover, immunoassays for STDs offer numerous advantages, including high sensitivity and specificity, rapid results, ease of use, automation capabilities, versatility, cost-effectiveness, non-invasive sampling, and support for screening programs.

     

Based on end-use, the STD diagnostics market is segmented into hospitals and clinics, diagnostic laboratories, home care testing, and other end-users. The hospitals and clinics segment is poised to surpass USD 11.2 billion by the end of 2032.

 

  • Hospitals and clinics play pivotal role in managing sexually transmitted diseases, as they typically employ healthcare professionals who specialize in the diagnosis, treatment, and management of STDs.

     

  • Furthermore, hospitals and clinics typically offer a wide range of STD testing services, including screening, diagnostic tests, and follow-up monitoring.

     
  • Moreover, hospitals and clinics provide essential services for the prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of sexually transmitted diseases, offering expertise, comprehensive testing services, confidentiality, integrated care, access to medications, preventive services, community outreach, and research opportunities to improve patient outcomes and public health.

 

North America STD Diagnostics Market, 2020 – 2032 (USD Billion)

North America STD diagnostics market size dominated around USD 5.6 billion in 2023.

 

  • The large market share in the STD diagnostics sector is correlated with a sophisticated healthcare infrastructure, rising prevalence of sexually transmitted diseases such as HIV, rapid technological advancement, substantial healthcare spending, and the growing elderly population.

     

  • For instance, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) in 2021 the U.S experienced approximately 32,100 new HIV infection cases.

     

  • Furthermore, favorable reimbursement policies and government initiatives aimed at sexually transmitted diseases (STD) management and prevention further propel the market growth in North America.
Authors: Mariam Faizullabhoy, Gauri Wani

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :

The market size of STD diagnostics reached USD 13.8 billion in 2023 and is set to cross USD 25.7 billion by 2032, owing to the rising prevalence of sexually transmitted diseases, and a growing need for effective management & treatment options.

The consumables segment is estimated to surpass USD 18.3 billion by 2032, due to their ability to comprehensive management of STDs by facilitating accurate diagnosis, prompt treatment initiation, preventive measures, and patient education.

North America market accounted for USD 5.6 billion in 2023, backed by a sophisticated healthcare infrastructure, rising prevalence of STDs, rapid technological advancement, and substantial healthcare spending in the region.

Abbott Laboratories, Becton, Dickinson, and Company, bioMérieux SA, Bio-Rad Laboratories, Inc., Danaher Corporation, F. Hoffmann-La Roche Ltd., Hologic, Inc., QIAGEN N.V., Seegene Inc., Siemens Healthineers AG, Thermo Fisher Scientific Inc., and Trinity Biotech plc.

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