Protein Assays Market (2025-2032)
The Protein Assays Market was valued at $2.14 billion in 2024. This market is expected to reach $4.36 billion by 2032, from an estimated $2.34 billion in 2025, at a CAGR of 9.3% during the forecast period 2025-2032. Protein Assays Market Size & Forecast Protein assays are used for the measurement
- Published
- Aug 2024
- Pages
- 220
- Format
- PDF + Excel
- Report ID
- MRHC - 1041120
- Base year
- 2024
- 2024 · BASELINE
- $2.14B
- 2032
- $4.36B
- CAGR 2025–2032
- 9.3%
2024 baseline · 2025–2032 forecast at 9.3% CAGR · hover a bar for the value
Key highlights
Among all the Offerings, in 2025, the Reagents & Kits Segment is Expected to Account for the Largest Share of the Market
Among all the Types, in 2025, the Dye-based Assay Segment is Expected to Account for the Largest Share of the Market
Among all the Technologies, in 2025, the Absorbance-based Protein Assay Segment is Expected to Account for the Largest Share of the Market
In 2025, the Drug Discovery Segment is Expected to Account for the Largest Share of the Market
Among all the End Users, in 2025, the Pharmaceutical & Biotechnology Companies Segment is Expected to Account for the Largest Share of the Market
Report summary
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Number of Pages | ~220 |
| Format | |
| Forecast Period | 2025-2032 |
| Base Year | 2024 |
| CAGR | 9.3% |
| Estimated Market Size (Value) | $4.36 billion by 2032 |
| Segments Covered | By Offering · Reagents & Kits · Instruments & Accessories · By Type · Dye-based Assay · Copper-based Assay · Other Assay Types · (Note: Other assay types consist of Test Strip-based and Fluorescent Protein Assay.) · By Technology · Fluorescence-based Protein Assay · Absorbance-based Protein Assay · Colorimetric-based Protein Assay · By Application · Drug Discovery · Research & Development · Clinical Diagnosis · Label Claims · Other Applications · (Note: Other applications consist of Raw Material Inspection and Forensic Proteomics) · By End User · Pharmaceutical & Biotechnology Companies · Hospitals & Diagnostic Laboratories · Food & Beverage Companies · Other End Users · (Note: Other end users consist of Academic Institutes & Research Centers, Forensic Labs, and Agriculture Companies) |
| Countries Covered | North America (U.S. and Canada), Europe (Germany, France, U.K., Italy, Spain, RoE), Asia-Pacific (China, Japan, India, RoAPAC), Latin America (Brazil, Mexico, RoLATAM), and Middle East & Africa |
| Key Companies | Bio-Rad Laboratories, Inc. (U.S.), Thermo Fisher Scientific Inc. (U.S.), Revvity, Inc. (U.S.), Merck KGaA (Germany), Abcam plc (U.K.), F. Hoffmann-La Roche AG (Switzerland), Danaher Corporation (U.S.), Promega Corporation (U.S.), Cell Signaling Technology, Inc. (U.S.), Agilent Technologies, Inc. (U.S.), and Novus Biologicals (U.S.). |
Report overview
Segments covered: type. Regions: North America, Europe, Asia-Pacific, Latin America.
Protein assays are used for the measurement of protein in samples or biological fluids with the use of detergents, dyes, or reagents. The purpose of the assay is protein quantification—that is, to determine the concentration or amount of an array of proteins or specific proteins. There are different types of protein assays on the basis of their sensitivity and specificity, including Bradford Protein Assay, Bicinchoninic Acid (BCA) Assay, Lowry Protein Assay, and others. Protein assays vary in their chemical basis for detecting protein-specific functional groups. Some assay methods detect peptide bonds, but no assay does this exclusively.
The growth of this market can be attributed to various factors, such as the increasing pharmaceutical R&D expenditures, rising use of protein assays in drug discovery & development, growth in the food & beverage industry, and rising use of protein assays in clinical diagnostics tests. However, the high cost of protein assay equipment restrains market growth.
Furthermore, increasing focus on proteomics research and the use of protein assays in personalized medicine is expected to offer market growth opportunities. However, the shortage of skilled professionals and high chances of error with complex samples are major challenges for the market’s growth.
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Market dynamics
2 factors across 1 forceIncreasing Demand for Protein Assays in the Pharmaceutical & Biotechnology Industry
The global pharmaceutical industry is experiencing rapid growth. This growth is attributed to various factors, such as patent expirations, the introduction of new drugs, improved accessibility to medicines in remote areas, and high investments in R&D. For instance, in 2022, the investments and funding by venture capitalists in biotech and pharma companies in the U.S. increased to USD 30.7 billion from USD 18.7 billion in 2019 (Source: National Venture Capital Association). Additionally, in 2021, Pharmaceutical Research and Manufacturers of America (PhRMA) member companies invested USD 102.3 billion in research and development (Source: 2022 PhRMA member annual survey).
Protein assays are used for the quantification of protein in a given sample. The assays are also used to standardize the results of pharmaceutical preparation obtained from another method. Pharmaceutical companies increasingly prefer protein assays as they do not require any hazardous reagents, obtain faster results, and are easy to perform at room temperature.
In the biotechnology industry, protein assays are one of the most widely used scientific methods. Protein assays are used for the determination of protein concentration in the sample, which is necessary for protein purification, molecular biology, cell biology, and other research applications.
Rising Use of Protein Assays in Clinical Diagnostic Tests
Chronic diseases pose a significant burden across many countries. According to the United Health Foundations (U.S.), in 2022, 29.3 million adults, representing 11.2% of the population, reported having three or more chronic conditions. In 2020, the global prevalence of chronic diseases was estimated at 57%. According to the International Diabetes Federation, globally, the number of people with diabetes aged 20–79 reached 537 million in 2021, increasing from 425 million in 2017. This number is projected to reach 643 million by 2032.
The rising prevalence of chronic diseases is increasing the need to develop novel therapies for the treatment of chronic diseases. Protein assays are used in the laboratories to determine the protein concentration of biological samples, which then can be further processed by other technologies. The rise in the prevalence of chronic diseases is increasing the adoption of protein assays in diagnostic & pathology laboratories as the determination of protein quantitation is a prerequisite for many of the molecular diagnostic tests for early disease diagnosis, thereby driving the market.
Table of contents
13 chapters · 96 sections · 220 pages · click to expandSegmental analysis
| Segment | Largest share (2025) | Fastest growth (2025–2032) |
|---|---|---|
| By All the Offering | Reagents & Kits | — |
| By All the Type | Dye-based Assay | — |
| By All the Technology | Absorbance-based Protein Assay | — |
| By Application | Drug Discovery | — |
| By All the End User | Pharmaceutical & Biotechnology Companies | — |
By All the Offering
- The reagents & kits segment is expected to account for the largest share of the market.
- Continuous advancements in terms of the development of reagents and kits, high adoption and recurring consumption of protein assay kits, and wide availability of consumables support the segment’s large share.
- The increasing adoption of protein assays in clinical diagnostics due to rising disease prevalence is further contributing to the market growth.
By All the Type
- The dye-based assay segment is expected to account for the largest share of the market.
- The large market share of this segment is attributed to its higher preference for simplicity, speed, and sensitivity.
- Dye-based assays enable accurate and quick quantification of protein quantification, owing to which these assays are widely used in clinical diagnostics and research applications.
By All the Technology
- The absorbance-based protein assay segment is expected to account for the largest share of the protein assays market.
- Absorbance is the simplest detection method that offers simplicity and broad applicability.
- Absorbance assays are applied to a wide variety of samples, making them ideal to use in research applications.
- Absorbance assays are non-destructive and can be used for subsequent analysis.
- These factors support the largest share of absorbance-based assays in the market.
By Application
- The drug discovery segment is expected to account for the largest share of the market.
- The large market share of this segment is attributed to increased spending on pharmaceutical R&D, the need to develop new therapies owing to increasing disease prevalence, and supportive initiatives for drug research.
- An increase in pharmaceutical research initiatives drives the adoption of protein assays.
- Protein assays facilitate an understanding of disease biology and enable the development, production, and quality assurance of protein-based therapeutics, owing to which their demand is higher in pharmaceutical R&D for drug discovery & development.
By All the End User
- The pharmaceutical & biotechnology companies segment is expected to account for the largest share of the protein assays market.
- The largest share of the segment is attributed to the significant investments in research and development (R&D) activities and infrastructure development by pharmaceutical & biotechnology companies.
- The funding for research laboratories is increasing due to the rising demand for new drugs and therapies, which is driving the demand for protein assays.
- For instance, global pharmaceutical R&D expenditure is expected to reach USD 213 billion in 2026 from USD 179 billion in 2020 (Source: International Federation of Pharmaceutical Manufacturers & Associations (IFPMA)).
Geographic analysis
North America
Largest shareIn 2025, North America is expected to account for the largest share of the protein assays market. North America's significant market share is attributed to several factors, including substantial R&D investments by pharmaceutical and biotechnology companies for drug and biomarker development, growing prevalence of chronic diseases, increased healthcare expenditure, the presence of key market players in the region, and favorable government initiatives supporting research and development. For instance, according to the U.S. Department of Health & Human Services, in 2022, the National Institute of Health (NIH) allocated USD 45 billion for biomedical research. The surge in R&D spending by pharmaceutical companies is anticipated to drive the demand for protein assays, which are crucial for qualitative and quantitative protein testing in the pharmaceutical sector. North America: Largest Regional Market
Competitive landscape
The report offers a competitive landscape based on an extensive assessment of the product offerings and geographic presence of leading market players and the key growth strategies adopted by them over the past few years. The key players operating in the global protein assays market are Bio-Rad Laboratories, Inc. (U.S.), Thermo Fisher Scientific Inc. (U.S.), Revvity, Inc. (U.S.), Merck KGaA (Germany), Abcam plc (U.K.), F. Hoffmann-La Roche AG (Switzerland), Danaher Corporation (U.S.), Promega Corporation (U.S.), Cell Signaling Technology, Inc. (U.S.), Agilent Technologies, Inc. (U.S.), and Novus Biologicals (U.S.).
- Bio-Rad Laboratories, Inc. (U.S.)
- Thermo Fisher Scientific Inc. (U.S.)
- Revvity, Inc. (U.S.)
- Merck KGaA · Germany
- Abcam plc (U.K.)
- F. Hoffmann-La Roche AG · Switzerland
- Danaher Corporation (U.S.)
- Promega Corporation (U.S.)
- Cell Signaling Technology, Inc. (U.S.)
- Agilent Technologies, Inc. (U.S.)
- Novus Biologicals (U.S.)
Frequently asked questions
The global protein assays market covers the study of different types of protein assays used in protein quantification in clinical diagnostics and research applications. This report involves the analysis of various segments of protein assays at the regional and country levels.
Cite this report
Meticulous Research. (2024). Protein Assays Market - Global Opportunity Analysis and Industry Forecast (2025-2032) (Report No. MRHC - 1041120). Meticulous Market Research Pvt. Ltd. https://www.meticulousresearch.com/product/protein-assays-market-5803