Straits Research released its highly anticipated report, “Global In Vitro Cancer Diagnostics Market Size & Outlook, 2026-2034”. According to the study, the market size is valued at USD 20.41 billion in 2025 and is projected to expand to USD 32.96 billion by 2034, registering a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 5.51%.
The growth of the global in vitro cancer diagnostics market is supported by the rising incidence of cancer across both developed and emerging economies. The increasing prevalence of cancers such as breast, lung, colorectal, and prostate intensified the demand for early detection, accurate diagnosis, and personalized treatment solutions. Hospitals, diagnostic laboratories, and research institutes are increasingly adopting molecular diagnostics, biomarker panels, and liquid biopsy techniques to improve early stage detection and patient outcomes. For example, the integration of circulating tumor DNA (ctDNA) analysis and next generation sequencing (NGS) in clinical settings is enabling more precise and non invasive cancer diagnostics, leading to improved patient monitoring and therapy selection. This rising need for timely and accurate diagnosis is significantly driving market growth.
However, the high costs associated with advanced in vitro cancer diagnostic tests remain a key restraint. Many molecular assays and NGS based tests require substantial capital investment, sophisticated laboratory infrastructure, and trained personnel. Additionally, limited reimbursement coverage in several emerging regions restricts patient access to these diagnostics. Despite these challenges, an important opportunity for the market lies in the growing focus on precision oncology and personalized medicine. As cancer treatments increasingly rely on individual genetic and molecular profiles, diagnostics capable of detecting specific mutations, biomarkers, and therapy response indicators are gaining prominence, thereby presenting new scope for market growth.
May 2025: Illumina Inc. expanded its clinical oncology portfolio of tumor profiling and in vitro diagnostic (IVD) solutions.