Liquid Biopsy Market

Global Liquid Biopsy Market:

The global liquid biopsy market size reached USD 2.3 Billion in 2024. Looking forward, IMARC Group expects the market to reach USD 7.2 Billion by 2033, exhibiting a growth rate (CAGR) of 12.82% during 2025-2033. The increasing prevalence of cancer, the rising demand for personalized medicine and treatments, and the development of automated liquid biopsy platforms, represent some of the key factors driving the market growth.

Liquid Biopsy Market Analysis:

• Major Market Drivers: The rising prevalence of cancer owing to changing lifestyle patterns, especially among working professionals, along with the introduction of next-generation sequencing is propelling the market growth. Liquid biopsies enable the detection of cancer-related biomarkers, such as circulating tumor cells (CTCs), cell-free DNA (cfDNA), and exosomes, in bodily fluids like blood or urine. Early detection is crucial for effective treatment and improved patient outcomes, thereby driving the market growth.
• Key Market Trends: Technological advancements, expanding clinical applications, a shift towards multi-analyte approaches, rising focus on early detection and screening, and elevating adoption of liquid biopsies in clinical trials are some of the key factors that are expected to stimulate the market growth in the coming years. Moreover, continuous innovation in sequencing technologies, microfluidics, and bioinformatics is enhancing the sensitivity, specificity, and scalability of liquid biopsy assays, thereby further bolstering the liquid biopsy market revenue.
• Geographical Landscape: According to the report, North America accounted for the largest market share. Cancer remains a major health concern in North America, with a significant portion of the population being diagnosed with various types of cancer each year. The high incidence rates drive the demand for innovative diagnostic tools like liquid biopsies that offer non-invasive and accurate methods for cancer detection and monitoring. This is further positively impacting the liquid biopsy market demand.
• Competitive Landscape: Some of the leading liquid biopsy market companies are ANGLE plc, Biocept Inc., Bio-Rad Laboratories Inc, Epigenomics AG, Exact Sciences Corporation, F. Hoffmann-La Roche AG, Guardant Health Inc., Illumina Inc., MDxHealth SA, Menarini Silicon Biosystems, QIAGEN N.V., and Thermo Fisher Scientific Inc., among many others.
• Challenges and Opportunities: Standardization and validation of assays, clinical validation and evidence generation, and cost consideration and reimbursement are some of the key challenges that the market is currently facing. However, liquid biopsies can be integrated with digital health technologies, such as artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning, to enhance data analysis, interpretation, and clinical decision-making. This represents key opportunities for the manufacturers.

Liquid Biopsy Market Trends:

Rising Prevalence of Cancer

With cancer rates on the rise globally, there's a growing emphasis on early detection and monitoring of the disease. For instance, according to WHO, in 2022, there were expected to be 20 million new cancer diagnoses and 9.7 million fatalities. The expected number of people who survived five years after a cancer diagnosis was 53.5 million. Cancer affects around one in every five persons in their lifetime. Over 35 million more cancer cases are expected in 2050, up 77% over the estimated 20 million in 2022. Liquid biopsies offer a non-invasive method to detect circulating tumor biomarkers, such as circulating tumor cells (CTCs) and cell-free DNA (cfDNA), in bodily fluids like blood or urine. These biomarkers can provide valuable insights into the presence, progression, and genetic profile of cancer, enabling clinicians to diagnose cancer at earlier stages and monitor disease progression more effectively. For instance, at the 2023 American Association of Cancer Research Annual Meeting, researchers presented a report on a liquid biopsy multicancer early detection test that analyzes DNA methylation using an innovative platform. While conventional tests need chemical treatment of DNA before sequencing, the novel approach captures methylated cfDNA molecules without any chemical or enzymatic treatment. The scientists conducted a retrospective analysis to examine the ability of the platform to detect 12 cancer types in a sample of around 4,000 people, including recently diagnosed, treatment-naïve cancer patients, and age- and gender-matched controls. Approximately half of the cancer cases were in the early stages. In addition, in 2020, a team of researchers from the University of Pennsylvania released a paper in Clinical Cancer Research demonstrating that their liquid biopsy was 92% accurate in diagnosing early pancreatic cancer. These factors are further positively impacting the liquid biopsy market forecast.

Rising Demand for Non-Invasive Pre-Natal Tests (NIPT)

Traditional prenatal testing methods, such as amniocentesis and chorionic villus sampling (CVS), carry a small risk of complications, including miscarriage. NIPT, which involves analyzing cell-free fetal DNA (cffDNA) circulating in the mother's blood, offers a non-invasive alternative for prenatal screening. For instance, according to the National Library of Medicine, amniocentesis can be performed anywhere from 15 weeks of gestation to birth, with a 0.13% chance of loss in singletons in expert hands. In line with this, the risk of getting amniocentesis after 15 weeks of pregnancy is estimated to be 1 in 100. This non-invasive approach is preferred by many expectant parents due to its safety and reduced risk of procedure-related complications. Moreover, NIPT has demonstrated high accuracy in detecting common fetal chromosomal abnormalities, such as trisomy 21 (Down syndrome), trisomy 18 (Edwards syndrome), and trisomy 13 (Patau syndrome). Also, liquid biopsy based NIPT assays can detect fetal genetic abnormalities with high sensitivity and specificity, providing expectant parents with reliable information about their baby's health status. For instance, in November 2023, Yourgene Health, a subsidiary of Novacyt collaborated with Laboriad to introduce the first non-invasive prenatal testing (NIPT) platform in Morocco. Besides this, NIPT can be performed as early as 9-10 weeks into pregnancy, providing early insights into fetal genetic health. Early detection of chromosomal abnormalities allows expectant parents to make informed decisions about their pregnancy and consider additional diagnostic testing or preparation for the birth of a child with special needs. Furthermore, NIPT can be performed as early as 9-10 weeks into pregnancy, providing early insights into fetal genetic health. Early detection of chromosomal abnormalities allows expectant parents to make informed decisions about their pregnancy and consider additional diagnostic testing or preparation for the birth of a child with special needs. For instance, according to an article published by Cleveland Clinic, NIPT testing can be performed from as early as ten weeks of pregnancy until delivery. These factors are further positively influencing the liquid biopsy market’s recent prices.

Rising R&D Activities and Clinical Trials

The rising technological advancements in liquid biopsies are escalating the frequency of cancer screening, drug trial optimization, and therapeutic selection. Various government agencies and companies are focusing on investment in research and development to conduct clinical studies on liquid biopsy. For instance, in June 2023, Anzu Partners led a US$15 Million Series A investment round for Codetta Biosciences. Genoa Ventures and VC23 LLC also contributed to the funding. With the funding, Codetta plans to rapidly expand its team in R&D, engineering, marketing, and business administration as well as quicken the development of its multi-omic dsPCR platform for liquid biopsy. Moreover, clinical trials serve as platforms for evaluating the performance of novel liquid biopsy technologies and platforms. Investment in research and development enables the development of next-generation sequencing (NGS) platforms, digital PCR systems, and other innovative technologies that enhance the sensitivity, specificity, and scalability of liquid biopsy assays. Clinical trials provide opportunities to validate these advancements in real-world clinical settings, paving the way for their commercialization and widespread adoption. For instance, in April 2024, NewBiologix SA, a technology innovation company focused on addressing gene therapy manufacturing gaps, launched its next-generation sequencing (NGS) and optical mapping platform, a novel suite of technologies that will provide comprehensive genomic analysis services to the biopharmaceutical industry. These factors are further contributing to the liquid biopsy market share.

Liquid Biopsy Industry Segmentation:

IMARC Group provides an analysis of the key trends in each segment of the global liquid biopsy market report, along with forecasts at the global, regional, and country levels from 2025-2033. Our report has categorized the market based on product and service, circulating biomarker, cancer type, and end user.

Breakup by Product and Service:

• Kits and Reagents
• Platforms and Instruments
• Services
   

Kits and reagents assist dominates the market

The report has provided a detailed breakup and analysis of the liquid biopsy market based on the product and service. This includes kits and reagents, platforms and instruments and services. According to the report, kits and reagents represented the largest segment.

According to the liquid biopsy market outlook, the growth of kits and reagents segment is driven by the surging demand for liquid biopsy tests, especially for cancer diagnostics. These kits are used to isolate cell-free DNA from plasma or serum samples. They often utilize methods like spin column-based purification, magnetic bead-based purification, or precipitation-based methods. Moreover, rising research and development activities by the key players for the development of advanced kits are proliferating the segment's growth. For instance, in September 2023, Pillar Biosciences, Inc., Decision Medicine company, launched oncoReveal Core LBx, a research-use-only (RUO) next-generation sequencing (NGS) kit designed to enable laboratories with a solution for liquid biopsy-based pan-cancer tumor profiling. 

Breakup by Circulating Biomarker:

• Circulating Tumor Cells
• Extracellular Vesicles
• Circulating Tumor DNA
• Others
   

Circulating tumor cells hold the largest share in the market

A detailed breakup and analysis of the liquid biopsy market based on the circulating biomarker has also been provided in the report. This includes circulating tumor cells, extracellular vesicles, circulating tumor DNA and others. According to the liquid biopsy market report, circulating tumor cells accounted for the largest market share.

According to the liquid biopsy market overview, the surging demand for Circulating Tumor Cells (CTC) is attributed to its wide range of applications in biomarkers such as gene expressions, protein expressions, and DNA mutations. Moreover, the clinical utility of CTC analysis in cancer diagnosis, prognosis, and treatment monitoring is increasingly recognized. As more clinical studies demonstrate the prognostic value of CTC enumeration, characterization, and genomic profiling in various cancer types, there is a growing demand for CTC-based tests in routine clinical practice. For instance, in September 2023, nRichDX introduced a novel RUO-labeled CTC enrichment kit that isolates Circulating Tumor Cells (CTCs) from up to 40mL of whole blood samples, assisting researchers in liquid biopsy assay research and development.

Breakup by Cancer Type:

• Lung Cancer
• Breast Cancer
• Colorectal Cancer
• Prostate Cancer
• Liver Cancer
• Others
   

Lung cancer accounts for the majority of the market share

The report has provided a detailed breakup and analysis of the liquid biopsy market based on the cancer type. This includes lung cancer, breast cancer, colorectal cancer, prostate cancer, liver cancer and others. According to the report, lung cancer represented the largest segment.

Liquid biopsy offers a non-invasive method for detecting and monitoring lung cancer compared to traditional tissue biopsies. Sampling blood for circulating tumor DNA (ctDNA), circulating tumor cells (CTCs), or exosomes is less invasive and can be performed more frequently, allowing for real-time monitoring of disease progression and treatment response. Moreover, it enables the detection of lung cancer at early stages when tumors are smaller and more amenable to curative treatments. Additionally, it facilitates longitudinal monitoring of treatment response and disease recurrence, leading to timely adjustments in treatment strategies. For instance, in April 2024, researchers at The Royal Marsden and Guardant Health collaborated to develop a new liquid biopsy test that would assist thousands of lung cancer patients. Marsden360, a cutting-edge circulating tumor DNA (ctDNA) test, is expected to accelerate and personalize treatment for this patient population.

Breakup by End User:

• Hospitals and Laboratories
• Academic and Research Centers
• Others
   

Hospitals and laboratories hold the largest share in the market

A detailed breakup and analysis of the liquid biopsy market based on the end user has also been provided in the report. This includes hospitals and laboratories, academic and research centers and others. According to the report, hospitals and laboratories accounted for the largest market share.

The growing demand for liquid biopsies in hospitals is mainly driven by the surging adoption of liquid biopsy tests for cancer diagnosis. Additionally, as the clinical utility of liquid biopsy in cancer management becomes increasingly recognized, there is a growing demand from hospitals and laboratories for tests that utilize liquid biopsy techniques. Liquid biopsy offers non-invasive methods for detecting and monitoring cancer, providing valuable information for diagnosis, prognosis, treatment selection, and monitoring of treatment response. For instance, in May 2024, Syndicate Bio, a Nigeria-based biotechnology lab, collaborated with SophiaGenetics, a cloud-native software corporation specialized in data-driven medicine, to provide extensive genomic profiling and liquid biopsy services.

Breakup by Region:

• North America
  • United States
  • Canada
• Asia-Pacific
  • China
  • Japan
  • India
  • South Korea
  • Australia
  • Indonesia
  • Others
• Europe
  • Germany
  • France
  • United Kingdom
  • Italy
  • Spain
  • Russia
  • Others
• Latin America
  • Brazil
  • Mexico
  • Others
• Middle East and Africa
   

North America exhibits a clear dominance in the market

The report has also provided a comprehensive analysis of all the major regional markets, which include North America (the United States and Canada); Asia Pacific (China, Japan, India, South Korea, Australia, Indonesia and others); Europe (Germany, France, the United Kingdom, Italy, Spain, Russia and others); Latin America (Brazil, Mexico and others) and the Middle East and Africa. According to the report, North America was the largest market for liquid biopsy.

According to the liquid biopsy market statistics, some of the factors driving the North America liquid biopsy market included continual technological advancements, ongoing improvements in the healthcare industry, extensive research and development (R&D) activities conducted by key players, etc. Moreover, cancer remains a major health concern in North America, and the incidence rates continue to rise. Liquid biopsies offer a non-invasive method for detecting and monitoring cancer, which is particularly beneficial for early detection and personalized treatment strategies. Continuous advancements in technologies such as next-generation sequencing (NGS), digital PCR, and microfluidics have enhanced the sensitivity, accuracy, and reliability of liquid biopsy tests. These technological improvements have expanded the applications of liquid biopsies across various cancer types and stages. For instance, in April 2023, Quest Diagnostics, a diagnostic information services provider headquartered in U.S., acquired Haystack Oncology, an early-stage oncology company focused on minimal residual disease (MRD), the fastest-growing category of liquid biopsy testing to aid in the early, accurate detection of residual or recurring cancer and better inform therapy decisions.

Competitive Landscape:

The report has also provided a comprehensive analysis of the competitive landscape in the global liquid biopsy market. Competitive analysis such as market structure, market share by key players, player positioning, top winning strategies, competitive dashboard, and company evaluation quadrant has been covered in the report. Also, detailed profiles of all major companies have been provided. Some of the companies covered include:

• ANGLE plc
• Biocept Inc.
• Bio-Rad Laboratories Inc
• Epigenomics AG
• Exact Sciences Corporation
• F. Hoffmann-La Roche AG
• Guardant Health Inc.
• Illumina Inc.
• MDxHealth SA
• Menarini Silicon Biosystems
• QIAGEN N.V.
• Thermo Fisher Scientific Inc.
   

(Kindly note that this only represents a partial list of companies, and the complete list has been provided in the report.)

Liquid Biopsy Market Recent Developments:

• May 2024: VESICA HEALTH, INC., a leading multi-omics liquid biopsy company, launched its laboratory developed AssureMDx test to improve the management of hematuria patients and the early detection of bladder cancer.
• April 2024: SOPHiA GENETICS, a cloud-native software firm in healthcare and a leader in data-driven medicine, announced that Nigeria-based Syndicate Bio signed on to adopt MSK-ACCESS powered by SOPHiA DDM.
• April 2024: City of Hope, one of the largest cancer research and treatment organizations in the United States, collaborated with DELFI Diagnostics, Inc., a developer of accessible blood-based tests that deliver a new way to enhance cancer detection, to utilize DELFI's FirstLook Lung, a blood-based lung cancer liquid biopsy screening test, to improve screening rates in underserved communities in Los Angeles County.

Liquid Biopsy Market Report Scope:

Key Benefits for Stakeholders:

• IMARC’s report offers a comprehensive quantitative analysis of various market segments, historical and current market trends, market forecasts, and dynamics of the liquid biopsy market from 2019-2033.
• The research study provides the latest information on the market drivers, challenges, and opportunities in the global liquid biopsy market.
• The study maps the leading, as well as the fastest-growing, regional markets. It further enables stakeholders to identify the key country-level markets within each region.
• Porter's five forces analysis assist stakeholders in assessing the impact of new entrants, competitive rivalry, supplier power, buyer power, and the threat of substitution. It helps stakeholders to analyze the level of competition within the liquid biopsy industry and its attractiveness.
• Competitive landscape allows stakeholders to understand their competitive environment and provides an insight into the current positions of key players in the market.