Features Partner Sites Information LinkXpress hp
Sign In
Advertise with Us
Sekisui Diagnostics

Download Mobile App




Emerging Technologies Boost European IVD Markets

By Labmedica staff writers
Posted on 07 Nov 2006
The emergence and widening adoption of new technologies are boosting the revenue prospects of European in vitro diagnostics (IVD) markets.

Frost & Sullivan (Palo Alto, CA, USA), a global growth-consulting company, reported that the European IVD markets earned revenues of U.S.$6.60 billion in 2005 and estimates they will reach U.S.$9.95 billion in 2012.

"The adoption of new technologies, such as molecular and point-of-care testing, combined with the increasing trend towards laboratory automation will drive growth in the European IVD markets,” noted Frost & Sullivan research associate A.K. More...
Arun. "An emphasis on providing high quality healthcare and ensuring timely diagnosis is driving the adoption of these clinical tests and automated solutions while promoting market growth.”

Emerging markets such as molecular testing and near testing are supporting established segments such as clinical chemistry and hematology, thereby spurring market expansion. Moreover, labor shortages are pressurizing clinical laboratories to adopt high throughput and modular solutions, reinforcing growth in the market.

However, challenges still exist in the industry. Demographic changes combined with new diseases are compelling IVD manufacturers to increase their R&D investments. At the same time, competition has led to price erosion, squeezing revenue returns for market participants. In addition, the growing popularity of emerging segments could overshadow mature segments in the market.

A focused strategy will be vital for IVD manufacturers to ensure sufficient returns on investment. In the present market scenario, approaches centering on competitive pricing, new and innovative products, a broad product portfolio, and novel technologies will allow companies to gain a competitive edge.



Related Links:
Frost & Sullivan

Gold Member
12-Channel ECG
CM1200B
Hand-held Hemoglobin Analyzer
DiaSpect Tm
Pediatric Mask
Respire SOFT
Medical-Grade Display
HL2316SHTB
Read the full article by registering today, it's FREE! It's Free!
Register now for FREE to HospiMedica.com and get access to news and events that shape the world of Hospital Medicine.
  • Free digital version edition of HospiMedica International sent by email on regular basis
  • Free print version of HospiMedica International magazine (available only outside USA and Canada).
  • Free and unlimited access to back issues of HospiMedica International in digital format
  • Free HospiMedica International Newsletter sent every week containing the latest news
  • Free breaking news sent via email
  • Free access to Events Calendar
  • Free access to LinkXpress new product services
  • REGISTRATION IS FREE AND EASY!
Click here to Register








Channels

Surgical Techniques

view channel
Image:The NCIBT team with the cath lab members celebrating the completion of the study. (Image Credit: UC Davis)

Dual-Imaging Catheter Completes Initial Human Evaluation of Coronary Plaque

Atherosclerosis involves plaque buildup in arterial walls that can narrow blood vessels and increase the risk of heart attack, stroke, and other serious cardiovascular conditions. In coronary arteries,... Read more

Patient Care

view channel
Image: Researchers evaluated the Omni 128 cm long-axial field-of-view PET/CT system, which captures more of the body and radiotracer signal at once, potentially enabling shorter scans. (Photo courtesy of GE HealthCare)

Total-Body PET/CT Scanner Enables One-Minute Diagnostic-Quality Cancer Imaging

Positron emission tomography/computed tomography (PET/CT) combines radiotracer-based functional imaging with anatomical detail to diagnose, stage, and monitor cancer. Conventional scanners image the body... Read more

Point of Care

view channel
Image Credit: 123RF

Continuous Glucose Monitoring Identifies Cardiometabolic Risk in Adults Without Diabetes

Dysglycemia—abnormal blood glucose regulation—can fluctuate throughout the day and often escape conventional screening. Clinicians typically rely on fasting plasma glucose and hemoglobin A1c, which offer... Read more

Business

view channel
Image: Steris is expanding its healthcare consumables portfolio through an agreement to acquire Xodus Medical, a surgical products business focused on patient and operating room staff safety.

Steris to Expand Surgical Safety Portfolio With $2.1 Billion Xodus Medical Deal

Steris has signed a definitive agreement to acquire Xodus Medical, a specialty surgical products business based in Pennsylvania, for $2.1 billion at closing. The acquisition will expand Steris’s healthcare... Read more
Copyright © 2000-2026 Globetech Media. All rights reserved.