타액 채취 및 진단 시장 - 세계 산업 규모, 점유율, 동향, 기회, 예측 : 채취 장소별, 용도별, 최종사용자별, 지역별 및 경쟁(2021-2031년)

The Global Saliva Collection & Diagnostics Market is projected to expand from a valuation of USD 822.18 Million in 2025 to USD 1108.74 Million by 2031, registering a CAGR of 5.11%. This sector covers technologies dedicated to the non-invasive collection and analysis of oral biofluids to detect genetic markers, infectious agents, and general health indicators. A primary catalyst for this market is the growing patient preference for painless alternatives to venous blood draws and nasopharyngeal swabs, a shift that notably improves adherence among children and the elderly. Additionally, the push toward decentralized healthcare is promoting the use of stabilized saliva kits, which allow for safe ambient transport to support remote testing and molecular diagnostics.

Despite this potential, the industry encounters significant hurdles related to regulatory clearance and the validation of biomarkers against established blood standards. Manufacturers struggle to prove sample consistency and diagnostic equivalence required for premarket approval. The severity of this challenge is highlighted by the American Dental Association, which noted that as of October 2024, there were no commercially available, FDA-approved salivary diagnostic tests for evaluating risks associated with periodontal disease, dental caries, or head and neck cancer, demonstrating the strict barriers to validation that currently exist.

Market Driver

The proliferation of point-of-care (POC) and at-home testing sectors is a major force driving market expansion by decentralizing diagnostic availability and giving patients more control. This evolution enables individuals to conduct self-sampling for infectious diseases and general wellness without needing to visit clinical sites, effectively bypassing obstacles like logistical difficulties and the stigma often associated with testing. Regulatory authorities are increasingly endorsing these patient-focused models to extend public health coverage and facilitate early detection in vulnerable groups. For example, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) approved a supplement for the OraQuick HIV Self-Test in December 2024, lowering the usage age to include adolescents aged 14 to 17, signaling a shift toward accessible over-the-counter tools that allow younger populations to manage their health proactively.

Simultaneously, technological progress in salivaomics and biomarker discovery is expanding the utility of oral fluids well beyond basic viral detection or drug screening. Researchers are actively validating new analytes for systemic diseases, prompting investments in multi-target platforms that achieve clinical-grade accuracy similar to blood tests. This scientific drive is bolstered by significant government support; the National Institute of Dental and Craniofacial Research (NIDCR) invested over $3 million in salivary diagnostic research during fiscal year 2024 to accelerate the creation of rapid detection devices. Such funding is fueling innovation, as seen with Spectrum Solutions, which launched the SimplyPERIO saliva test in March 2024 to identify 16 specific oral targets from one sample, marking a shift toward high-throughput, molecular analysis for early intervention.

Market Challenge

The Global Saliva Collection & Diagnostics Market faces substantial constraints due to strict regulatory mandates and the intricate clinical validation needed to prove equivalence with blood-based benchmarks. Manufacturers encounter high entry barriers, as they must demonstrate that biomarkers derived from saliva provide the same diagnostic precision and reliability as established plasma or serum tests. This rigorous requirement for bioequivalence often prolongs development schedules and escalates expenses, compelling companies to fund extensive comparative studies prior to commercialization. Consequently, the uncertainty surrounding authorization pathways dampens investment enthusiasm and postpones the introduction of non-invasive testing innovations.

These regulatory obstacles directly reduce the variety of available tests and restrict patient access to advanced diagnostic instruments. Confronted with evolving compliance standards and higher evidentiary requirements, laboratories frequently choose to cut their test offerings rather than managing the expensive approval procedures. This trend of market shrinkage is reflected in recent industry findings; according to survey data from the Association for Diagnostics and Laboratory Medicine in 2024, over 50% of testing facilities intended to stop offering specific laboratory-developed tests because they could not meet new, more stringent regulatory criteria. This demonstrates how regulatory friction not only impedes new market entrants but also eliminates existing solutions, thereby retarding overall industry progress.

Market Trends

The evolution of saliva-based liquid biopsy is reaching into the realm of preventative oncology, allowing for the non-invasive identification of systemic cancers that once necessitated invasive techniques. This approach leverages salivary microbiome and RNA data to detect specific tumor markers and precancerous indicators, significantly expanding the application of oral fluids beyond localized disease diagnosis. Validating this progression, News-Medical.Net reported in July 2025 that Viome Life Sciences formed a strategic alliance with Scripps Research to execute a clinical trial with 1,000 participants, aiming to create a saliva-based RNA test for early colorectal cancer prevention. This development confirms oral fluids as a feasible medium for evaluating gastrointestinal health, offering a potential reduction in the dependency on conventional colonoscopies for initial screenings.

In parallel, the growth of saliva testing within pharmacogenomics is transforming personalized medicine by enabling precise medication management through easier sample collection methods. Laboratories are increasingly adopting saliva-based genomic panels to examine how patients metabolize medications, helping to minimize adverse reactions in complex fields such as neurology and psychiatry. Highlighting this market shift, Quest Diagnostics introduced an advanced pharmacogenomic laboratory service in September 2025 capable of analyzing 17 genes and 4 HLA alleles to inform physician prescribing strategies. This advancement emphasizes the increasing commercial practicality of utilizing saliva to integrate genetic insights into standard clinical practices, ensuring that treatments are customized to individual metabolic profiles.

Key Market Players

• DNA Genotek
• Salimetrics
• OraSure
• Qiagen
• Thermo Fisher
• Abbott
• Nipro
• Zymo Research
• LabCorp
• BioDiagnostics Companies

Report Scope

In this report, the Global Saliva Collection & Diagnostics Market has been segmented into the following categories, in addition to the industry trends which have also been detailed below:

Saliva Collection & Diagnostics Market, By Site of Collection

• Parotid Gland Collection
• Submandibular/Sublingual Gland Collection
• Others

Saliva Collection & Diagnostics Market, By Application Type

• Disease Diagnostics
• Forensic Applications
• Research

Saliva Collection & Diagnostics Market, By End User

• Dentistry
• Diagnostic Laboratories
• Pharmaceutical & Biotechnology Companies
• Research Institutes

Saliva Collection & Diagnostics Market, By Region

• North America
  • United States
  • Canada
  • Mexico
• Europe
  • France
  • United Kingdom
  • Italy
  • Germany
  • Spain
• Asia Pacific
  • China
  • India
  • Japan
  • Australia
  • South Korea
• South America
  • Brazil
  • Argentina
  • Colombia
• Middle East & Africa
  • South Africa
  • Saudi Arabia
  • UAE

Competitive Landscape

Company Profiles: Detailed analysis of the major companies present in the Global Saliva Collection & Diagnostics Market.

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Table of Contents

1. Product Overview

• 1.1. Market Definition
• 1.2. Scope of the Market
  • 1.2.1. Markets Covered
  • 1.2.2. Years Considered for Study
  • 1.2.3. Key Market Segmentations

2. Research Methodology

• 2.1. Objective of the Study
• 2.2. Baseline Methodology
• 2.3. Key Industry Partners
• 2.4. Major Association and Secondary Sources
• 2.5. Forecasting Methodology
• 2.6. Data Triangulation & Validation
• 2.7. Assumptions and Limitations

3. Executive Summary

• 3.1. Overview of the Market
• 3.2. Overview of Key Market Segmentations
• 3.3. Overview of Key Market Players
• 3.4. Overview of Key Regions/Countries
• 3.5. Overview of Market Drivers, Challenges, Trends

4. Voice of Customer

5. Global Saliva Collection & Diagnostics Market Outlook

• 5.1. Market Size & Forecast
  • 5.1.1. By Value
• 5.2. Market Share & Forecast
  • 5.2.1. By Site of Collection (Parotid Gland Collection, Submandibular/Sublingual Gland Collection, Others)
  • 5.2.2. By Application Type (Disease Diagnostics, Forensic Applications, Research)
  • 5.2.3. By End User (Dentistry, Diagnostic Laboratories, Pharmaceutical & Biotechnology Companies, Research Institutes)
  • 5.2.4. By Region
  • 5.2.5. By Company (2025)
• 5.3. Market Map

6. North America Saliva Collection & Diagnostics Market Outlook

• 6.1. Market Size & Forecast
  • 6.1.1. By Value
• 6.2. Market Share & Forecast
  • 6.2.1. By Site of Collection
  • 6.2.2. By Application Type
  • 6.2.3. By End User
  • 6.2.4. By Country
• 6.3. North America: Country Analysis
  • 6.3.1. United States Saliva Collection & Diagnostics Market Outlook
    • 6.3.1.1. Market Size & Forecast
      • 6.3.1.1.1. By Value
    • 6.3.1.2. Market Share & Forecast
      • 6.3.1.2.1. By Site of Collection
      • 6.3.1.2.2. By Application Type
      • 6.3.1.2.3. By End User
  • 6.3.2. Canada Saliva Collection & Diagnostics Market Outlook
    • 6.3.2.1. Market Size & Forecast
      • 6.3.2.1.1. By Value
    • 6.3.2.2. Market Share & Forecast
      • 6.3.2.2.1. By Site of Collection
      • 6.3.2.2.2. By Application Type
      • 6.3.2.2.3. By End User
  • 6.3.3. Mexico Saliva Collection & Diagnostics Market Outlook
    • 6.3.3.1. Market Size & Forecast
      • 6.3.3.1.1. By Value
    • 6.3.3.2. Market Share & Forecast
      • 6.3.3.2.1. By Site of Collection
      • 6.3.3.2.2. By Application Type
      • 6.3.3.2.3. By End User

7. Europe Saliva Collection & Diagnostics Market Outlook

• 7.1. Market Size & Forecast
  • 7.1.1. By Value
• 7.2. Market Share & Forecast
  • 7.2.1. By Site of Collection
  • 7.2.2. By Application Type
  • 7.2.3. By End User
  • 7.2.4. By Country
• 7.3. Europe: Country Analysis
  • 7.3.1. Germany Saliva Collection & Diagnostics Market Outlook
    • 7.3.1.1. Market Size & Forecast
      • 7.3.1.1.1. By Value
    • 7.3.1.2. Market Share & Forecast
      • 7.3.1.2.1. By Site of Collection
      • 7.3.1.2.2. By Application Type
      • 7.3.1.2.3. By End User
  • 7.3.2. France Saliva Collection & Diagnostics Market Outlook
    • 7.3.2.1. Market Size & Forecast
      • 7.3.2.1.1. By Value
    • 7.3.2.2. Market Share & Forecast
      • 7.3.2.2.1. By Site of Collection
      • 7.3.2.2.2. By Application Type
      • 7.3.2.2.3. By End User
  • 7.3.3. United Kingdom Saliva Collection & Diagnostics Market Outlook
    • 7.3.3.1. Market Size & Forecast
      • 7.3.3.1.1. By Value
    • 7.3.3.2. Market Share & Forecast
      • 7.3.3.2.1. By Site of Collection
      • 7.3.3.2.2. By Application Type
      • 7.3.3.2.3. By End User
  • 7.3.4. Italy Saliva Collection & Diagnostics Market Outlook
    • 7.3.4.1. Market Size & Forecast
      • 7.3.4.1.1. By Value
    • 7.3.4.2. Market Share & Forecast
      • 7.3.4.2.1. By Site of Collection
      • 7.3.4.2.2. By Application Type
      • 7.3.4.2.3. By End User
  • 7.3.5. Spain Saliva Collection & Diagnostics Market Outlook
    • 7.3.5.1. Market Size & Forecast
      • 7.3.5.1.1. By Value
    • 7.3.5.2. Market Share & Forecast
      • 7.3.5.2.1. By Site of Collection
      • 7.3.5.2.2. By Application Type
      • 7.3.5.2.3. By End User

8. Asia Pacific Saliva Collection & Diagnostics Market Outlook

• 8.1. Market Size & Forecast
  • 8.1.1. By Value
• 8.2. Market Share & Forecast
  • 8.2.1. By Site of Collection
  • 8.2.2. By Application Type
  • 8.2.3. By End User
  • 8.2.4. By Country
• 8.3. Asia Pacific: Country Analysis
  • 8.3.1. China Saliva Collection & Diagnostics Market Outlook
    • 8.3.1.1. Market Size & Forecast
      • 8.3.1.1.1. By Value
    • 8.3.1.2. Market Share & Forecast
      • 8.3.1.2.1. By Site of Collection
      • 8.3.1.2.2. By Application Type
      • 8.3.1.2.3. By End User
  • 8.3.2. India Saliva Collection & Diagnostics Market Outlook
    • 8.3.2.1. Market Size & Forecast
      • 8.3.2.1.1. By Value
    • 8.3.2.2. Market Share & Forecast
      • 8.3.2.2.1. By Site of Collection
      • 8.3.2.2.2. By Application Type
      • 8.3.2.2.3. By End User
  • 8.3.3. Japan Saliva Collection & Diagnostics Market Outlook
    • 8.3.3.1. Market Size & Forecast
      • 8.3.3.1.1. By Value
    • 8.3.3.2. Market Share & Forecast
      • 8.3.3.2.1. By Site of Collection
      • 8.3.3.2.2. By Application Type
      • 8.3.3.2.3. By End User
  • 8.3.4. South Korea Saliva Collection & Diagnostics Market Outlook
    • 8.3.4.1. Market Size & Forecast
      • 8.3.4.1.1. By Value
    • 8.3.4.2. Market Share & Forecast
      • 8.3.4.2.1. By Site of Collection
      • 8.3.4.2.2. By Application Type
      • 8.3.4.2.3. By End User
  • 8.3.5. Australia Saliva Collection & Diagnostics Market Outlook
    • 8.3.5.1. Market Size & Forecast
      • 8.3.5.1.1. By Value
    • 8.3.5.2. Market Share & Forecast
      • 8.3.5.2.1. By Site of Collection
      • 8.3.5.2.2. By Application Type
      • 8.3.5.2.3. By End User

9. Middle East & Africa Saliva Collection & Diagnostics Market Outlook

• 9.1. Market Size & Forecast
  • 9.1.1. By Value
• 9.2. Market Share & Forecast
  • 9.2.1. By Site of Collection
  • 9.2.2. By Application Type
  • 9.2.3. By End User
  • 9.2.4. By Country
• 9.3. Middle East & Africa: Country Analysis
  • 9.3.1. Saudi Arabia Saliva Collection & Diagnostics Market Outlook
    • 9.3.1.1. Market Size & Forecast
      • 9.3.1.1.1. By Value
    • 9.3.1.2. Market Share & Forecast
      • 9.3.1.2.1. By Site of Collection
      • 9.3.1.2.2. By Application Type
      • 9.3.1.2.3. By End User
  • 9.3.2. UAE Saliva Collection & Diagnostics Market Outlook
    • 9.3.2.1. Market Size & Forecast
      • 9.3.2.1.1. By Value
    • 9.3.2.2. Market Share & Forecast
      • 9.3.2.2.1. By Site of Collection
      • 9.3.2.2.2. By Application Type
      • 9.3.2.2.3. By End User
  • 9.3.3. South Africa Saliva Collection & Diagnostics Market Outlook
    • 9.3.3.1. Market Size & Forecast
      • 9.3.3.1.1. By Value
    • 9.3.3.2. Market Share & Forecast
      • 9.3.3.2.1. By Site of Collection
      • 9.3.3.2.2. By Application Type
      • 9.3.3.2.3. By End User

10. South America Saliva Collection & Diagnostics Market Outlook

• 10.1. Market Size & Forecast
  • 10.1.1. By Value
• 10.2. Market Share & Forecast
  • 10.2.1. By Site of Collection
  • 10.2.2. By Application Type
  • 10.2.3. By End User
  • 10.2.4. By Country
• 10.3. South America: Country Analysis
  • 10.3.1. Brazil Saliva Collection & Diagnostics Market Outlook
    • 10.3.1.1. Market Size & Forecast
      • 10.3.1.1.1. By Value
    • 10.3.1.2. Market Share & Forecast
      • 10.3.1.2.1. By Site of Collection
      • 10.3.1.2.2. By Application Type
      • 10.3.1.2.3. By End User
  • 10.3.2. Colombia Saliva Collection & Diagnostics Market Outlook
    • 10.3.2.1. Market Size & Forecast
      • 10.3.2.1.1. By Value
    • 10.3.2.2. Market Share & Forecast
      • 10.3.2.2.1. By Site of Collection
      • 10.3.2.2.2. By Application Type
      • 10.3.2.2.3. By End User
  • 10.3.3. Argentina Saliva Collection & Diagnostics Market Outlook
    • 10.3.3.1. Market Size & Forecast
      • 10.3.3.1.1. By Value
    • 10.3.3.2. Market Share & Forecast
      • 10.3.3.2.1. By Site of Collection
      • 10.3.3.2.2. By Application Type
      • 10.3.3.2.3. By End User

11. Market Dynamics

• 11.1. Drivers
• 11.2. Challenges

12. Market Trends & Developments

• 12.1. Merger & Acquisition (If Any)
• 12.2. Product Launches (If Any)
• 12.3. Recent Developments

13. Global Saliva Collection & Diagnostics Market: SWOT Analysis

14. Porter's Five Forces Analysis

• 14.1. Competition in the Industry
• 14.2. Potential of New Entrants
• 14.3. Power of Suppliers
• 14.4. Power of Customers
• 14.5. Threat of Substitute Products

15. Competitive Landscape

• 15.1. DNA Genotek
  • 15.1.1. Business Overview
  • 15.1.2. Products & Services
  • 15.1.3. Recent Developments
  • 15.1.4. Key Personnel
  • 15.1.5. SWOT Analysis
• 15.2. Salimetrics
• 15.3. OraSure
• 15.4. Qiagen
• 15.5. Thermo Fisher
• 15.6. Abbott
• 15.7. Nipro
• 15.8. Zymo Research
• 15.9. LabCorp
• 15.10. BioDiagnostics Companies

16. Strategic Recommendations

17. About Us & Disclaimer