Bilirubin Meters Market  By Product (Bench-Top, Transcutaneous) , By Indication (Jaundice, Hepatitis) By Age Group (Neonatal, Adults) By End User (Hospitals and Nursing Home, Clinics, Others) : Global Opportunity Analysis and Industry Forecast, 2024-2033

Bilirubin Meters Market  By Product (Bench-Top, Transcutaneous) , By Indication (Jaundice, Hepatitis) By Age Group (Neonatal, Adults) By End User (Hospitals and Nursing Home, Clinics, Others) : Global Opportunity Analysis and Industry Forecast, 2024-2033

The bilirubin meters market was valued at $1.2 billion in 2023, and is projected to reach $2.5 billion by 2033, growing at a CAGR of 7.6% from 2024 to 2033.
Bilirubin meter is a handheld medical device designed to measure the levels of bilirubin in the blood, primarily in newborns. Elevated bilirubin levels can lead to jaundice, a common condition in infants that, if left untreated, can cause serious health issues, including brain damage. These meters provide a non-invasive, quick, and accurate method for monitoring bilirubin levels, enabling early detection and treatment. Thus, they play a critical role in neonatal care, helping healthcare professionals make informed decisions about the need for further testing or interventions.
The growth of the global bilirubin meters market is driven by alarming rise in prevalence of neonatal jaundice and increase in emphasis on early diagnosis and treatment of jaundice in newborns to prevent complications such as kernicterus. According to a study published by Science Direct in January 2024, approximately 1.1 million babies worldwide develop hyperbilirubinemia yearly; over 20 million are at risk of hyperbilirubinemia-related complications. Furthermore, rise in the number of preterm births, which are more susceptible to jaundice, is contributing to the demand for bilirubin meters. This is attributed to the fact that premature infants often require closer monitoring, making bilirubin meters essential in neonatal intensive care units. As per the World Health Organization, approximately 13.4 million preterm births were reported in 2020. Furthermore, rise in government initiatives aimed at reducing infant mortality and improving neonatal health is encouraging the adoption of bilirubin meters, which acts as the key driving force of the global market. Shift toward non-invasive bilirubin meters, which measure bilirubin levels through the skin using transcutaneous methods, is the current trend that is strengthening the growth of the global market. These devices reduce the need for blood draws, making the process less stressful for newborns and more efficient for healthcare providers. Although non-invasive and digital bilirubin meters offer significant benefits, their high cost can be a barrier to adoption, particularly in low-income regions and smaller healthcare facilities, thereby hampering the market growth. In addition, lack of awareness and training among healthcare providers regarding the importance of regular bilirubin monitoring and the use of bilirubin meters acts as a key deterrent factor of the market. On the contrary, manufacturers are focusing on the development of portable and point-of-care bilirubin meters, which are compact, easy to use, and designed for use in various settings, including hospitals, clinics, and even in-home care. Furthermore, innovations in sensor technology are leading to more accurate and reliable bilirubin meters. These advancements include the use of multispectral sensors and algorithms that provide precise measurements, even in infants with darker skin tones, addressing previous limitations of older devices. Such developments are expected to offer lucrative opportunities for the market growth.
The global bilirubin meters industry is segmented into product, indication, age group, end user, and region. By product, the market is divided into bench-top and transcutaneous. On the basis of indication, it is segregated into jaundice and hepatitis. As per age group, it is classified into neonatal and adults. Depending on end user, it is segregated into hospitals & nursing home, clinics, and others. Region wise, the market is analyzed across North America, Europe, Asia-Pacific, and LAMEA.

Key Findings

By product, the transcutaneous segment dominated the market share in 2023.
On the basis of indication, the jaundice segment was the major shareholder in 2023.
As per age group, neonatal emerged as the leading segment in 2023.
Depending on end user, hospitals & nursing home emerged as the leading segment in 2023.
Region wise, North America garnered maximum share in 2023; however, Asia-Pacific is expected to register highest CAGR during the forecast period.

Competition Analysis

Competitive analysis and profiles of the major players in the global bilirubin meters market include APEL Co. Ltd., Dragerwerk AG & Co. KGaA, Mennen Medical Ltd, Micro Lab Instruments, Ningbo David Medical Device Co. Ltd., Siemens Healthineers AG, Micro Labs Instruments, AVI Healthcare Pvt Ltd, F. Hoffmann-La Roche Ltd., and Koninklijke Philips N.V. These major players have adopted various key development strategies such as business expansion, new product launches, and partnerships to sustain the intense competition and gain a strong foothold in the global market.

Key Market Segments

By Region

North America
U.S.
Canada
Mexico
Europe
Germany
France
UK
Italy
Spain
Rest of Europe
Asia-Pacific
Japan
China
Australia
India
South Korea
Rest of Asia-Pacific
LAMEA
Brazil
Saudi Arabia
South Africa
Rest of LAMEA

By Product

Bench-Top
Transcutaneous

By Indication

Jaundice
Hepatitis

By Age Group

Neonatal
Adults

By End User

Hospitals and Nursing Home
Clinics
Others
Key Market Players
APEL Co. Ltd
Dragerwerk AG & Co. KGaA
Mennen Medical Ltd
Micro Lab Instruments
Ningbo David Medical Device Co. Ltd
Siemens Healthineers AG
Micro Labs Instruments
AVI Healthcare Pvt Ltd
F. Hoffmann-La Roche Ltd.
Koninklijke Philips N.V.