Digital Pathology Market Report 2025

The digital pathology market size has grown rapidly in recent years. It will grow from $1.22 billion in 2024 to $1.43 billion in 2025 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 16.8%. The growth in the historic period can be attributed to rapid growth in the elderly population, increase in medical errors, increase in cancer prevalence, increase in chronic diseases, growth in the number of healthcare facilities, increased healthcare expenditure, public health insurance reforms, and the COVID-19 pandemic.

The digital pathology market size is expected to see rapid growth in the next few years. It will grow to $2.84 billion in 2029 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 18.7%. The growth in the forecast period can be attributed to government support, increasing adoption of digital devices, increasing prevalence of cancer and chronic diseases, aging population, and the emergence of infectious diseases. Major trends in the forecast period include leveraging artificial intelligence to improve automation, focusing on cloud technology to standardize and simplify digital pathology deployments, adopting digital imaging and video streaming technology, focusing on developing new technological solutions, focusing on partnerships to expand product portfolio and investing in research and development (R&D) activities.

The rising incidence of cancer is significantly contributing to the expansion of the digital pathology market. As populations age, the likelihood of developing cancer increases due to cellular changes and prolonged exposure to various risk factors. Additionally, lifestyle choices such as smoking, poor diet, insufficient physical activity, and excessive alcohol consumption further elevate cancer risk. Digital pathology facilitates quicker diagnosis and treatment of cancer, making it a vital tool in managing this growing health concern. For example, in January 2024, the American Cancer Society, a US-based nonprofit organization focused on cancer advocacy, reported that the number of cancer cases rose to 2,001,140 in 2024, up from 1,958,310 in 2023, marking an increase of 2.19%. Consequently, the rising prevalence of cancer is expected to drive the growth of the digital pathology market in the future.

The digital pathology market is anticipated to receive support from the emergence of infectious diseases and novel pathogenic infestations. Outbreaks of diseases such as SARS, Zika virus, Ebola, and COVID-19 have led to increased infections worldwide, elevating the global disease burden. Digital pathology facilitates real-time consultation for pathologic diagnosis in suspected cases of infectious diseases, enabling professionals such as pathologists and laboratorians to collaborate effectively. Zoonotic infectious agents, which are diseases that originate in animals and evolve to infect humans, account for about 60% of known human pathogens and up to 75% of emerging human pathogens. Climate change is expected to alter the epidemiology of infectious diseases by influencing the geographic ranges of microbes and vectors. As microbes adapt to higher temperatures, concerns arise about the selection of heat-tolerant microbes that can overcome human defenses, leading to new infectious diseases and altering the epidemiology of existing diseases. This dynamic scenario fuels the demand for digital pathology, supporting market growth.

The shortage of trained pathologists posed a challenge to the digital pathology market in the historical period. Pathologists play a crucial role in conducting essential laboratory tests for disease diagnosis, involving the examination and interpretation of medical laboratory samples. The Asia-Pacific region and several African countries face a scarcity of pathologists, impacting the timely examination of medical samples. For instance, in February 2022, a forensic magazine report highlighted a backlog of 217 bodies awaiting examination by state forensic pathologists, with projections of the figure rising to 300 in less than two weeks. Additionally, more than 200 bodies were awaiting autopsies, emphasizing the strain on pathologist resources.

Artificial intelligence (AI) stands out as a prominent trend gaining traction in the digital pathology market. Healthcare companies leverage AI to enhance the automation of various operational processes. AI algorithms, utilizing image classification, contribute to the detection of features associated with human diseases, such as cancer cells, and agricultural issues such as leaf coloring and decay. In January 2022, Inform Diagnostics, a US-based pathology lab, introduced the Paige FullFocus digital pathology viewer in its laboratories. This adoption of new technology empowers pathologists at Inform Diagnostics to leverage AI tools, streamline logistics, and achieve faster turnaround times for results.

In March 2022, SourceBio International PLC, a UK-based provider of integrated laboratory services and products, successfully completed the acquisition of LDPath Ltd for an initial amount of £18.5 million ($19.76 million). The company is strategically planning a share buyback, utilizing the funds generated from its Covid PCR testing services over the preceding two years. This acquisition enhances SourceBio International's position, aiming to become the leading outsourced partner for delivering cellular pathology testing to NHS trusts and private healthcare providers in the UK. The expanded group has set its sights on converting both NHS and private clients to embrace digital pathology services. LDPath Ltd is a UK-based provider specializing in digital pathology testing services.

Major companies operating in the digital pathology market include Danaher Corporation, Hoffmann-La Roche Ltd, Koninklijke Philips N.V, Hamamatsu Photonics K.K, 3DHISTECH Ltd, Olympus Corporation, Nikon Corporation, Visiopharm A/S, Indica Labs Inc, Sectra AB, Grundium, Leica Biosystems, Apollo Enterprise Imaging Corp, Inspirata Inc, PathAI, Aiforia Technologies, Proscia, Ibex Medical Analytics, Better Doc, Ventana Medical Systems, Huron Digital Pathology, Synevo, Paige.ai, Morphle, Akoya, Aperio Digital Pathology, Smart in Media, MaRS, Perkin Elmer, Definiens AG, Digipath, CAE, Medical-X, C3? Holter Monitor, BIOEGYPT, Pulse.

North America was the largest region in the digital pathology market in 2024. Asia-Pacific was the second-largest region in the digital pathology market. The regions covered in the digital pathology market report are Asia-Pacific, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East, Africa. The countries covered in the digital pathology market report are Australia, Brazil, China, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Japan, Russia, South Korea, UK, USA, Italy, Spain, Canada.

Digital pathology involves utilizing digital imaging for pathology procedures, converting glass slides into high-resolution digital images using slide scanner hardware, software, and related services. These digital images are viewable, manageable, and analyzable on computer or mobile screens.

Key products in digital pathology include scanners, software, communication systems, and storage systems. Scanners utilize microscopic array technology to create three-dimensional digital representations of pathology slides for viewing and automated image analysis. Software aids in transferring data to digital formats for image review, analysis, and tissue image analysis. Communication systems facilitate interaction between various components for slide acquisition, storage, viewing, and real-time telepathology with remote colleagues. Storage systems involve digital archives for long-term sample analysis and predictive analytics. Pathology branches into human pathology and veterinary pathology. Digital pathology finds application across pharmaceutical & biotechnology companies, hospitals, reference laboratories, academic & research institutes. Its uses encompass drug discovery, disease diagnosis, teleconsultation, and training & education purposes.

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