SALIVA COLLECTION DEVICES MARKET ANALYSIS

Saliva Collection Devices MarketSize and Trends

The global saliva collection devices market was valued at US$ 1,571.7 million in 2017, and is expected to witness a CAGR of 10.8% over the forecast period (2018 – 2026).

Figure 1. Global Saliva Collection Devices Market value Analysis (US$ Mn) and Forecast and Absolute $ Opportunity

Source: Coherent Market Insights Analysis (2018)

Increasing number of saliva collection device approvals is expected to drive growth of the saliva collection devices market

Increase in the number of approvals for saliva collection devices due to its rising need for rapid diagnosis of life threatening diseases is expected to drive growth of the saliva collection devices market. For instance, in February 2015, 23andMe, Inc., received U.S. Food and Drug Administration (USFDA) approval to market the first direct-to-consumer genetic Oragene Dx saliva collection test kits under a regulatory classification for novel devices. The company works with DNA Genotek, a subsidiary of OraSure Technologies, Inc, for Oragene Dx saliva collection kits. Saliva collected by these kits is then used to screen for Bloom Syndrome, a genetic disease.

Furthermore, in January 2015, DNA Genotek Inc., received USFDA approval for Oragene Dx intended for use in the non?invasive collection of saliva samples. DNA from the saliva sample is then isolated, stabilized, and legally marketed for DNA carrier screening genotyping tests.

Moreover, technological advancements for saliva collection of infants are also expected to increase growth of the saliva collection devices market. For instance, Oasis Diagnostics, developed Pedia SAL collection kit for infants. It allows saliva collection process with simplest design intended to not only collect saliva samples but also relax infants during procedure. Saliva can then be expressed from the collector using a compression tube directly into any of a variety of common laboratory vials.

However, supply of defective and faulty products is expected to inhibit growth of the saliva collection devices market. For instance, in June 2018, Dante Labs' kit of saliva collection was delivered without return instructions and manual in Switzerland. Moreover, a tube portion where spit or saliva is to be deposited was with bubbly liquid to its brim and sealed in a biohazard bag. Such faulty and defective shipping may hinder growth of saliva collection devices market.

Market- Trends

The global market for saliva collection devices is witnessing significant growth, attributed to several drivers. Various new tools are now available for saliva collections, which will lead to a boost in demand for saliva collection and diagnostics in the research and clinical environments. Additionally, the growing awareness about the advantages of saliva as a diagnostic medium coupled with the growing number of publications supporting new and varied applications for saliva as a diagnostic medium contribute to the positive market trend.