Laboratory Proficiency Testing Industry Overview

The global laboratory proficiency testing market size was estimated at USD 1.36 billion in 2023 and is expected to grow at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 6.6% from 2024 to 2030.

Increasing focus on water testing, legalization of medical cannabis, growing number of cannabis testing laboratories, rising prevalence of foodborne illnesses, growing cases of chemical contamination of foods, and continuous introduction of new products & services are key factors expected to propel market growth. For instance, in March 2022, BIPEA launched a novel Proficiency Testing Scheme (PT 35d) dedicated to water microbiological testing laboratories. Moreover, the growing adoption of laboratory PT owing to stringent regulations is another factor estimated to boost market growth in the coming years.

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Laboratory PT for endotoxin and pyrogen levels is crucial in water testing. Endotoxins are toxic components released from the outer membrane of certain bacteria, while pyrogens are substances that can cause fever and other adverse effects. PT ensures that laboratories accurately measure and assess endotoxin and pyrogen levels in water samples. It also verifies the laboratory’s competency in using appropriate testing methods, such as Limulus Amebocyte Lysate (LAL) assays, to detect and quantify these contaminants. Accurate endotoxin and pyrogen testing are vital for evaluating safety and quality of water, especially for pharmaceutical production, medical device manufacturing, and dialysis. PT in this area guarantees reliable and consistent results, enabling informed decisions to protect public health and ensure regulatory compliance in water-related industries.

Furthermore, PT is carried out to diagnose groundwater age with the help of tritium to map aquifer reserves & their vulnerability to surface pollution. According to the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA), half of the 78 laboratories carrying out this test meet the required analytical testing standards. Several organizations assist laboratories in ensuring calibration of instruments and verifying performance. For instance, in September 2020, IAEA offered training to laboratories in tritium testing and interpretation of data.

In addition, laboratory standards of practice, such as the Cannabis Laboratory Accreditation Program (CanNaLAP), specify the importance of proficiency testing and provide information regarding the types of samples that should be used for testing and the results that should be considered. Furthermore, several cannabis production facilities are frequently inspected by state governments. Organizations such as the American Council of Independent Laboratories (ACIL) collaborate with federal agencies to develop standards & protocols for handling, sampling, testing, and inspecting cannabis products.

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• The global pyrogen testing market size was estimated at USD 1.29 billion in 2023 and is anticipated to grow at 8.54% over the forecast period.
• The global cell culture market size was estimated at USD 16.59 billion in 2022 and is expected to grow at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 11.32% from 2023 to 2030.

Laboratory Proficiency Testing Market Segmentation

Grand View Research has segmented the global laboratory proficiency testing market based on industry, technology, end-use, and region:

Laboratory Proficiency Testing Industry Outlook (Revenue, USD Million, 2018 - 2030)

• Clinical Diagnostics
• Pharmaceuticals
• Microbiology
• Cannabis
• Others

Laboratory Proficiency Testing Technology Outlook (Revenue, USD Million, 2018 - 2030)

• Cell Culture
• Spectrometry
• Polymerase Chain Reaction
• Chromatography
• Immunoassays
• Others

Laboratory Proficiency Testing End-use Outlook (Revenue, USD Million, 2018 - 2030)

• Hospitals
• Contract Research Organizations
• Pharmaceutical & Biotechnology Companies
• Academic & Research Institutes
• Laboratories

Laboratory Proficiency Testing Regional Outlook (Revenue, USD Million, 2018 - 2030)

• North America
  • US
  • Canada
• Europe
  • UK
  • Germany
  • France
  • Italy
  • Spain
  • Denmark
  • Sweden
  • Norway
• Asia Pacific
  • Japan
  • China
  • India
  • Australia
  • Thailand
  • South Korea
• Latin America
  • Brazil
  • Mexico
  • Argentina
• Middle East & Africa
  • South Africa
  • Saudi Arabia
  • UAE
  • Kuwait

Key Companies profiled:

• LGC Limited
• Bio-Rad Laboratories, Inc.
• Randox Laboratories Ltd.
• QACS - The Challenge Test Laboratory
• Merck KGaA
• Weqas
• BIPEA
• NSI Lab Solutions
• Absolute Standards, Inc.
• INSTAND

Key Laboratory Proficiency Testing Company Insights

Key market players are adopting market strategies, such as new product launches, collaborations, and geographical expansions, to increase their global footprint.

• In April 2023, BIPEAunveiled PTS 110A, a new Proficiency Testing Scheme that enables testing laboratories to assess their analytical capabilities by analyzing a rice sample. This initiative can empower laboratories to evaluate and enhance their performance in rice sample analysis, driving excellence in the field.
• In January 2023, BIPEA introduced a novel proficiency test in surface microbiology, expanding its range of offerings. This new test allows professionals in the field to enhance their expertise and proficiency in surface microbiology analysis.

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