Point-of-Care Diagnostics Market to Reach $31.46 Billion by 2031 as China Leads 11.1% Growth
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Updated · PR Newswire · Jul 10
Point-of-Care Diagnostics Market to Reach $31.46 Billion by 2031 as China Leads 11.1% Growth
2 articles · Updated · PR Newswire · Jul 10
Summary
$31.46 billion is the projected size of the global point-of-care diagnostics market in 2031, up from $20.63 billion in 2026, implying an 8.8% annual growth rate.
Rising diabetes, cardiovascular, infectious, respiratory and kidney disease burdens are driving demand for rapid testing, while aging populations and decentralized care are expanding use across hospitals, clinics, pharmacies and homes.
Glucose monitoring products held the largest product share in 2025 at 34.8%, reflecting sustained diabetes-testing demand and uptake of connected meters, CGM-enabled tools and improved biosensor technologies.
Clinical laboratories were the largest end-user segment in 2025, while home-care and self-testing reached $6.94 billion, underscoring the market's shift toward faster diagnosis outside traditional care settings.
Asia Pacific is forecast to post the fastest regional expansion through 2031, with China expected to record the highest CAGR at 11.1% amid stronger healthcare infrastructure and broader access to primary care.
Can diagnostic innovation win the race against strict regulations to truly transform global healthcare access?
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Point-of-Care Diagnostics 2026: Market Expansion, Regulatory Shifts, and the Rise of At-Home Testing
Overview
The point-of-care (POC) diagnostics market is rapidly expanding as of July 2026, driven by the rising global prevalence of chronic conditions like diabetes and cardiovascular diseases, along with the ongoing burden of infectious diseases. This growth is further fueled by a shift toward decentralized healthcare, an aging population, and increasing healthcare costs. Healthcare providers are adopting rapid diagnostic tests to improve clinical outcomes, reduce hospital stays, and enhance patient convenience. These trends highlight the growing importance of accessible, fast, and patient-centered diagnostic solutions in modern healthcare.