Global Toxoplasmosis Testing Market - 2022-2029

Global Toxoplasmosis Testing Market - 2022-2029

Market Overview

Toxoplasmosis Testing Market size was valued US$ YY million in 2021 and is estimated to reach US$ YY million by 2029, growing at a CAGR of 6.40% during the forecast period (2022-2029).

Toxoplasmosis is caused by infection with the protozoan Toxoplasma gondii, an obligate intracellular parasite. The infection produces a wide range of clinical syndromes in humans, land and sea mammals, and various bird species. T gondii has been recovered from locations throughout the world, except Antarctica.

Market Dynamics

The global toxoplasmosis testing market is growing due to the rising incidences of toxoplasmosis, along with major consumption of meat, pork, and mutton, have resulted in increasing demand for effective testing methods for T.gondii by diagnostics laboratories.

Rising incidences of toxoplasmosis and increasing demand for effective testing methods are expected to drive the growth of market.

The latest data shows that Americans eat an annual 66.18 pounds of pork per capita. The U.S. Census data and Simmons National Consumer Survey (NHCS) found that 268 million Americans ate bacon in 2020, with over 16 million eating five pounds of bacon or more during the year. The prevalence in other meat-producing animals, such as sheep, goats, and horses, has not changed over time, because the source of infection of these herbivorous animals kept on pastures has remained unchanged. In farmed sheep, the seroprevalence in Europe is logically correlated with age, increasing from lambs (17 to 22%) to adults (65 to 89%).

Prevalence in poultry also varies markedly according to production systems. Toxoplasma infection in industrialized poultry farms is practically absent, while the seroprevalence in free-range or backyards chickens is usually high, up to 100%. Due to their habit of feeding close to the ground, free-range chickens have indeed been considered a good indicator of environmental contamination by Toxoplasma oocysts.

It is generally assumed that approximately 25 to 30% of the world's human population is infected by Toxoplasma. The prevalence varies widely between countries (from 10 to 80%) and often within a given country or between different communities in the same region.

Low seroprevalences (10 to 30%) have been observed in North America, South East Asia, in Northern Europe, and Sahelian countries of Africa. Moderate prevalence (30 to 50%) has been found in countries of Central and Southern Europe, and high prevalence has been found South America and tropical African countries.

As for animals, many factors can affect seroprevalence in humans. Climatic factors affect the survival of oocysts in the environment and, hence, infection rates in meat-producing animals play a major role. The higher prevalence is classically observed for tropical countries with a humid and warm climate, and conversely, lower prevalence is found for arid countries or colder countries, but anthropogenic factors explain a large part of the variations in human seroprevalence, including dietary habits.

High cost and unawareness about infection is likely to hamper the growth of the market

High cost associated with the tests of toxoplasmosis is the major factor limiting the market growth. Unawareness about being infected with toxoplasmosis T.gondii is going to restraint the growth of market.

Industry Analysis

The global toxoplasmosis testing market provides in-depth analysis of the market based on various industry factors such as porter’s five forces, regulatory analysis, supply chain analysis and pricing analysis.

Segment Analysis

The test type segment is expected to hold the largest market share in global toxoplasmosis testing market

The global toxoplasmosis testing market is segmented into test type, sample type and end-user. From these segments test type segment holds the largest market share and is going to expand in forecast period.

Based on test type toxoplasmosis testing market is segmented into Serological tests and PCR and others. The diagnosis of toxoplasmosis is typically made by serologic testing. A test that measures immunoglobulin G (IgG) is used to determine if a person has been infected. If it is necessary to try to estimate the time of infection, which is of particular importance for pregnant women, a test that measures immunoglobulin M (IgM) is also used along with other tests such as an avidity test.

Some serological methods can provide false-positive results, irrespective of the infectious disease testing. The Architect Toxo IgG assay is currently one of the most used for T. gondii serological diagnosis in France.

Screening for maternal Toxoplasma primo infection in pregnancy relies mostly on the serological testing of blood samples to detect primo infection. The first test used was SabinFeldman’s dye test in the 1970s, but this was soon replaced by the less laborious and cheaper indirect immunofluorescence test (IIFT). Both tests can detect Toxoplasma-specific antibodies from all immunoglobulin classes (or at least IgG, IgM, and IgA).

Serological tests have reached their limits and innovative tools such as cell-mediated immunity-based assays could become a valuable aid for toxoplasmosis diagnosis soon. Diagnosis can also be made by direct observation of the parasite in stained tissue sections, cerebrospinal fluid (CSF), or other biopsy material. These techniques are used less frequently because of the difficulty of obtaining these specimens.

Infection with the human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) does not seem to affect T gondii seropositivity, and there does not appear to be any difference in the rate of toxoplasmosis infection among patients with AIDS with and without cats. The diagnosis of toxoplasmosis is majorly done by toxoplasmosis serologic profile (TSP) tests which include dye test, indirect immune fluorescent test (IFAT), modified agglutination test (MAT), enzyme-linked immunosorbent assay (ELISA), immunoglobulin tests (IgG, IgM, and IgE antibodies tests), and amplification of specific nucleic acid sequences (i.e., PCR), among others. In the infant, diagnosis can be performed by procedures such as amniocentesis and ultrasound scan. Diagnosis can also be made by direct observation of the parasite in stained tissue sections, cerebrospinal fluids (CSF), and blood, but these procedures are less frequently used because of difficulty in obtaining samples.

Geographical Analysis

North America region holds the largest market share in the global toxoplasmosis testing market

Asia-Pacific is expected to grow at highest CAGR throughout the forecast period. The prevalence of toxoplasmosis was estimated to vary from 2% to 70% in the Southeast Asian population. Contact with cats and consumption of uncooked meat was the most common risk factors in acquiring high-rate Toxoplasma infection profusely. In pregnant women, 23 to 49% of Toxoplasma prevalence was found in Malaysia and it was shown to be the highest Toxoplasma rate found in this region as compared to 1.4 to 21.7% in Thailand up to 17.2% in Singapore and 11.2% in Vietnam.

Moreover, toxoplasmosis was found to be a common cause in patients with infectious posterior uveitis. With the concurrent HIV/AIDS pandemic, toxoplasmosis was shown to be highly prevalent in HIV-infected patients, with the substantial incidence of toxoplasmic encephalitis (TE) in AIDS patients being reported mainly from Malaysia, Singapore, and Thailand.

HIV/AIDS is the subject of great interest and utmost concern, particularly in Southeast Asia, a region with the fastest-growing HIV epidemic in the world. Toxoplasmosis is still reported in clinical practices in co-existence with HIV/AIDS patients.

Whereas HIV-associated toxoplasma reactivation has readily decreased in high-income countries, after the introduction of highly active antiretroviral therapy, it is still very prevalent in low-income countries. Serology (IgG and/or IgM antibodies), is shown as a sensitive investigation to determine whether toxoplasmosis is primary, which is less common, or secondary (reactivation), which occurs in more than 95% of these patients. However, other techniques are also used to detect the presence of organisms, but the sensitivity and specificity are quite varied and depend on their availability or unavailability in the laboratory in the region.

The presence of toxoplasma-specific IgM antibody suggests infection within the past 2 years. False-positive IgM results are common, and the tests should always be repeated before final interpretation. False-positive results are particularly common in autoimmune diseases.

The challenges for developing a more effective treatment for toxoplasmosis include decreasing toxicity, achieving therapeutic concentrations in the brain and eye, shortening duration, eliminating tissue cysts from the host, safety in pregnancy, and creating a formulation that is inexpensive and practical for use in resource-poor areas of the region.

Over the last decade, significant progress has been made in identifying and developing new compounds for the treatment of toxoplasmosis. Unlike clinically used medicines that were repurposed for toxoplasmosis, these compounds have been optimized for efficacy against toxoplasmosis during preclinical development. These factors are driving the growth of the market in the region.

Competitive Landscape

The toxoplasmosis testing market is competitive and consists of several major players in the market. Some of the key players which are contributing to the growth of the market include ACON Laboratories, Biokit, Biomérieux, Abbott Laboratories, Bio-Rad, Diasorin S.p.A., Bionote, Atlas Medical, LifeSpan BioSciences, Elitechgroup, Genemedi Suzhou Biotechnology, Gold Standard Diagnostic, Thermo Fisher Scientific., among others.

There are several serological tests are available for IgG detection with different sensitivities and specificities offered by companies, such as the Architect Toxo IgG assay (by Abbott Laboratories) which show specificities and sensitivities ranging from 99.1% to 99.8% and 92.1% to 99.7%, respectively. Other commonly used automated or semi-automated immunoassays such as Advia Centaur, AxSym, Elecsys, Enzygnost, Liaison, Platelia, Vidas, and Vidia show various specificities from 99.3% to 100%, while sensitivities range from 93.8% to 100%.

The major players are adopting several growth strategies such as product launches, acquisitions, and collaborations, which are contributing to the growth of the toxoplasmosis testing market globally. For instance, in Aug 2022, Bio-Rad Laboratories clinical diagnostic products manufacturer and life science research company announced its acquisition of Curiosity Diagnostics from Scope Fluidics, Poland based company that develops technological solutions for healthcare and medical diagnostics

Key Companies to Watch

ACON Laboratories:

Overview: ACON laboratories is a company that provides medical devices and diagnostic devices internationally. It was founded in 1996 and is headquartered in California, United States.

Product Portfolio:

Foresight ToRCH EIA Kits: These are the kits used for quantitative and qualitative diagnosis of IgG antibodies in serum for toxoplasma gondii.

Key Developments: In oct 2021, ACON Laboratories announced its COVID-19 antigen home test got authorized by U.S.FDA for emergency use.

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