Swabs refer to medicated absorbent pads or materials which impart medicinal properties. They are used during surgeries and other medical procedures, for pre-injection or as wound cleaners. Swabs generally contain antiseptics such as chlorhexidine, cetrimide or iodine or disinfectants such as alcohol. As per the analysis of Market Research Future (MRFR), the global swab market is expected to showcase moderate growth over the forecast period of 2017-2023.
Swabs are considered as an indispensable tool in diagnostic procedures where they are used for collection of samples. The surge in the number of forensic and genetic sampling examinations has induced high demand within the global swab market. Additionally, there has been a sharp increase in the number of road accidents in recent years. The occurrence of major wounds and injuries has escalated the need for swabs which boosts the growth of the global swab market. Furthermore, with the rise in disposable income on a global scale, consumers are more inclined towards personal care. Other factors contributing to the growth of the global swab market include a surge in the number of patient care centers, increasing affordability among consumers, and high healthcare expenditure purveyed by elevating levels of income.
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The rise in the volume of surgical procedures on a global scale is a prime driver of the global swab market. The rising burden of infectious diseases which necessitate treatment induce high demand for swabs and consequently boost the growth of the global swab market.
Advances in diagnostic design and manufacturing process of swabs have resulted in better swabs with high performance and greater absorption surface area which boosts the growth of the market. On the other hand, the growth of the market might be hindered by factors such as lack of awareness, low healthcare expenditure in underdeveloped economies and unavailability in certain areas.
Competitive Landscape
The key players in the global swab market include ELMEX, Puritan Medical Products., Clean Cross Co., LTD., Lab M Limited., Q-TIPS, GPC medical ltd., Sarstedt, Citotest Labware Manufacturing Co., Ltd., MWE, and SARSTEDT AG & Co.
Segmentation
The global swab market has been segmented based on test type, product, application, and shaft.
- By test type, the global swab market has been segmented into DNA, urine, saliva test, and others.
- By product, the global swab market has been segmented into alcohol swab, cotton swab, dry swab, gauze swab, and others.
- By application, the global swab market has been segmented into pharmaceutical, microbiological, laboratory, and others.
- By shaft, the global swab market has been segmented into aluminum, polypropylene shaft, and others.
Regional Analysis
By region, the global swab market has been segmented into the Americas, Asia Pacific (APAC), Europe, and the Middle East & Africa (MEA).
The Americas is domineering the global swab market on account of high healthcare expenditure and large scale utilization of medications in the region. The region has the propensity to adopt new technologies swiftly which coupled with the existence of key research institutions in the developed economies of the region add fuel to the growth of the market.
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Europe is the second largest market for swab due to deep healthcare penetration and substantial expenditure incurred on healthcare.
APAC market is spurred by the rapidly expanding healthcare sector in the region. Increasing awareness and high amounts spent on healthcare facilities in developing countries such as China and India are likely to augment the growth of the market.
The MEA market is driven by the Gulf nations, Saudi Arabia and UAE in particular. The Africa market is anticipated to showcase moderate growth over the forecast period due to poor healthcare development and weak economic conditions in the region.
