Drug Screening Market size size was over USD 9.99 billion in 2024 and is projected to cross USD 105.01 billion by the end of 2037, growing at more than 19.6% CAGR during the forecast period i.e., between 2025-2037. In the year 2025, the industry size of drug screening is estimated at USD 11.57 billion.
The growth of the market can be propelled by the increasing prevalence of drug abuse, along with the growing demand for drug testing in various places. According to the data provided in World Drug Report 2021 by the United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime (UNODC), an estimated 275 million people worldwide used drugs at least once in the year 2020. This represents a 22% increase in the number of people who used drugs in the year 2010.
In addition to this, in terms of specific drugs, cannabis is the most commonly used drug worldwide. Moreover, the use of opioids, including heroin and prescription opioids, continues to be a major concern across the globe. Also, the non-medical use of prescription stimulants such as amphetamines is on the rise. Hence, drug tests can detect a wide range of drugs, including marijuana, cocaine, opioids, amphetamines, and others. They can be performed using different methods, such as urine, saliva, blood, and hair testing.
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2024 |
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Forecast Year |
2025-2037 |
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CAGR |
19.6% |
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Base Year Market Size (2024) |
USD 9.99 billion |
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Forecast Year Market Size (2037) |
USD 105.01 billion |
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End user – (Workplace, Hospital, Criminal Justice)
In the year 2037, the hospital segment is predicted to hold approximately 35% share of the drug screening market. The presence of a high number of patients in hospitals, which is rapidly expanding, can be attributed to the segment's expansion. Also, the hospitals are also growing rapidly in number. Hospitals provide a wide range of medical care in the form of physicians, called hospital doctors, who typically specialize in internal medicine, pediatrics, or general practice. They have better knowledge to figure out simple problems and also have the resources to solve unique medical problems. Hospitals may also offer specialized care, such as neurology, obstetrics and gynecology, and oncology.
Product Type: (Consumables, Instruments, Rapid Testing Devices, Services)
Rapid testing devices are projected to account for nearly 30% of the drug screening market share by 2037. The growing need for drug screening can be attributed to the segment's rise. The demand for drug screening is increasing across various industries, including healthcare, sports, and government agencies. Rapid testing devices provide a quick and easy way to screen individuals for drugs, making them an attractive option for these industries. In addition, these devices have undergone significant technological advancements in recent years, resulting in improved accuracy and sensitivity. These advancements have made rapid testing devices a more reliable and effective option for drug screening.
Our in-depth analysis of the global market includes the following segments:
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North American Market Forecast
The drug screening market in the North America region, will hold the largest market share of nearly 35% in the upcoming years. The increasing number of accidents owing to drug impairment in the region is surging the requirement for drug screening in the North America region. As per a recent survey in the United States in 2022, more than 50 percent of people killed or injured in traffic crashes had alcohol or drugs in their bloodstream. The drug screening industry in the region has witnessed significant technological advancements in recent years, resulting in improved accuracy and sensitivity of drug screening tests. This has made drug screening a more reliable and effective option for various industries in the North American region. Furthermore, there has been increasing government funding in the region in order to limit drug abuse.
APAC Market Statistics
The drug screening market in the Asia Pacific region, is predicted to hold the 2nd largest share of close to 24% till 2037. Regional growth can be impelled by the rising awareness about drug screening. This has led to an increase in demand for drug screening services, including rapid testing devices. Governments in the Asia Pacific region are taking steps to combat drug abuse by implementing drug screening programs in different sector. For instance, in 2019, the Malaysian government announced that it would introduce mandatory drug screening for all foreign workers. Similarly, the Indian government has launched a national program to conduct drug screening tests for truck drivers.
Author Credits: Radhika Pawar
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