Global metabolic testing market is estimated to be valued at USD 726.2 Mn in 2024 and is expected to reach USD 1,188.2 Mn by 2031, exhibiting a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 7.3% from 2024 to 2031.
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The increasing prevalence of obesity and growing geriatric population are expected to boost demand for metabolic testing. Rising awareness about physical fitness and growing adoption of healthy lifestyle habits are also anticipated to boost the need for regular metabolic checks. The technological advancements in metabolic testing devices offering improved accuracy, fast results and portability can drive the market growth.
Increasing Launch of Metabolic Carts by Market Players
Global metabolic testing market is expected to witness significant growth over the forecast period, owing to increasing launches of new metabolic carts. For instance, in May 2021, Lumen, a healthtech company, in collaboration with San Francisco State University, Lumen had validated an ongoing study launched in 2020, which showed the validity of Lumen to detect changes in metabolic fuel utilization in a comparable manner with a laboratory standard metabolic cart, providing the ability for real-time metabolic information for users under any circumstances. Lumen has made metabolic testing accessible to measure metabolism from home via the CO2 exhaled from the breath.
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Increasing Prevalence of Lifestyle DiseasesGlobal metabolic testing market is expected to witness significant growth over the forecast period, owing to increasing prevalence of lifestyle diseases such as type 2 diabetes, obesity, and cardiovascular diseases. For instance, on July 28, 2022, according to the data published by American Diabetes Association (ADA), around 37.3 million people in the U.S. suffered from diabetes in 2019. Whereas, nearly 1.9 million U.S. people had type 1 diabetes, including about 244,000 children and adolescents. Increasing prevalence of lifestyle diseases boosts demand for metabolic testing, and this can drive the global metabolic testing market growth.
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Market Challenge – Low Awareness among People Regarding Metabolic TestingLifestyle diseases are still not considered as extremely serious and fatal in developed as well as emerging economies. Low awareness among people regarding metabolic testing is significantly restraining the growth of the global metabolic testing market. Metabolic testing provides essential insights about an individual's metabolic health by measuring their body's ability to process energy, balance nutrients, and eliminate toxins. However, most people have very little understanding of what metabolic testing encompasses and how important it is for their overall well-being. Due to the lack of awareness, people do not seek metabolic testing voluntarily and even if doctors recommend it, patients remain hesitant to undergo these tests. They often perceive metabolic tests to be complex, tedious procedures requiring fasting, whereas modern testing methods have made the experience more convenient. This hinders the uptake of metabolic testing services. As a result, several underlying metabolic dysfunctions and nutritional deficiencies may remain undiagnosed. Over time, this can increase the risks of developing serious health issues like diabetes, obesity, cardiovascular diseases, and cancer.
Market Opportunity – Increasing Adoption of New Technologies in Metabolic Testing Devices
Increasing adoption of new technologies in metabolic testing devices is expected to drive growth of the global metabolic testing market. In May 2022, Mayo Clinic, a medical center focused on integrated health care, education, and research, developed a new app for Apple, a multinational technology company, using artificial intelligence to detect left-ventricular dysfunction, a life-threatening, asymptomatic heart disease. The introduction of ArtificiaI intelligence to 12 lead ECG (Electrocardiogram) analysis in a clinical setting enabled the ECG to identify left ventricular dysfunction. The technology has the potential to be scaled and adopted by hospital systems to better serve patients, particularly in remote communities or geographically diverse populations around the world.
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Insights, By Product Type: Convenience and versatility boosts adoption of metabolic cartsProduct Type segment is sub-segmented into metabolic carts, body composition analyzers, ECGs/EKGs. Metabolic Carts segment is estimated to hold 48.2% of the market share in 2024, owing to their convenience and versatility. Metabolic carts are modular systems equipped with a variety of metabolic testing instruments that can be easily wheeled to the location of the patient. This allows for metabolic tests to be conducted conveniently in settings such as hospital beds, clinics, training facilities and even at home. Being modular in nature, metabolic carts can be customized with a selection of devices depending on the specific needs of end users. Common devices installed on metabolic carts include ECG/EKG machines, gas analyzers, breath-by-breath systems and body composition analyzers
Insights, By Service Type: RMR Analysis dominance stems from foundational metabolic testing needs
Service Type segment is sub-segmented into VO2 MAX ANALYSIS, RMR analysis, body composition analysis. RMR Analysis segment is estimated to hold 39.5% of the market share in 2024, due to serving as a foundation for various metabolic assessments. BMR, which stands for basal metabolic rate, is considered one of the most basic tests to evaluate an individual's metabolism. It measures the minimum energy requirement of the body at rest. Determining BMR serves as an essential starting point for calculating daily calorie needs and developing targeted diet and exercise plans. BMR Analysis continues to account for a bulk of metabolic testing demand given its role as a baseline indicator across diverse patient profiles and settings. It is universally applicable for monitoring metabolic health and fitness levels in populations ranging from normal adults and athletes to chronically ill patients and the elderly. Due to being a foundational metric, regular BMR tests are prescribed for tracking longitudinal changes during clinical therapy, wellness programs and sports training regimens. The availability of convenient calorimeter-based BMR analysis instruments suited for various environments, from hospital facilities to gyms, have widened the customer base.
Insights, By End User: The Strengths of Specialized Infrastructure and Talent Pool Available in Clinical Environments
The end user segment is sub-segmented into hospitals and clinics, sports performance lab, home care settings. Hospitals and clinics segment is estimated to hold 37.4% of the market share in 2024, owing to the strengths of specialized infrastructure and talent pool available in clinical environments. Hospitals and clinics serving diverse patient populations require in-depth metabolic profiling for applications such as assessing chronic disease severity, monitoring therapeutic impact, and preventive health screening. Their standing as premier healthcare facilities and access to advanced metabolism laboratories, equipment and expert technicians drive significant testing volume through their portals. Clinical settings are uniquely resourced with sophisticated metabolic analyzers, specialized spaces dedicated for stress tests and body composition evaluations, along with respiratory monitoring systems needed for detailed cardiopulmonary assessments.
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North America remains the dominant region in the global metabolic testing market and is estimated to hold 42.6% of the market share in 2024. With presence of major payers and providers, sophisticated healthcare infrastructure, and focus on preventive healthcare, North America offers lucrative opportunities for metabolic testing providers. The U.S., in particular, contributes significantly to the regional market size, owing to growing prevalence of lifestyle diseases and focus on early disease diagnosis. Favorable reimbursement policies have encouraged patients to regularly undergo metabolic tests. Rising health awareness among consumers have also prompted them to opt for preventive health measures like metabolic testing.
The metabolic testing market in the Asia Pacific region has been witnessing exponential growth over the past few years. Rapid economic development and improving access to advanced healthcare services are some key factors driving the market growth. Especially countries like China, Japan and India have emerged as highly lucrative markets. Rising focus on fitness and weight management have boosted demand for various metabolic tests in Asia Pacific. Governments are also introducing various initiatives to modernize healthcare infrastructure and strengthen preventive diagnostic capabilities. This has encouraged local as well as global market players to tap into opportunities by establishing manufacturing and distribution network across Asia Pacific countries. Growing medical tourism across the region have attracted patients from other parts of the world.
Metabolic Testing Market Report Coverage
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Base Year: | 2023 | Market Size in 2024: | US$ 726.2 Mn |
Historical Data for: | 2019 to 2023 | Forecast Period: | 2024 To 2031 |
Forecast Period 2024 to 2031 CAGR: | 7.3% | 2031 Value Projection: | US$ 1,188.2 Mn |
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COSMED srl, Vyaire Medical, Inc., Geratherm Medical AG, MGC Diagnostics Corporation, CORTEX Biophysik GmbH, Microlife Medical Home Solutions, Inc., OSI Systems, Inc., AEI Technologies, Inc., KORR Medical Technologies, Inc., Iworx Systems, GE Healthcare, Hologic, Inc, Koninklijke Philips N.V. |
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*Definition: Metabolic testing involves assessment of health and wellbeing of an individual. Metabolic testing equipment are used to screen organ functions and disease conditions such as liver diseases, diabetes, kidney diseases, and cardiovascular diseases. Metabolism is a chemical reaction occurring in the body to maintain the standard state of the organism or body. Metabolic syndrome is a group of metabolic disorders such as high blood pressure with high fasting glucose levels and abnormal obesity. Metabolism pattern and metabolic capacity is determined with the help of metabolic testing for management of such conditions. In case of sports professionals, metabolic testing is done in order to test the body’s ability of oxygen consumption.
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