Legionella Testing Market - Global Industry Size, Share, Trends, Opportunity, and Forecast, Segmented By Type, By End Use (Microbial culture, Direct fluorescent antibody stain, PCR, Others), By Region & Competition, 2020-2030F

Description

Global Legionella Testing Market was valued at USD 284.25 million in 2024 and is expected to reach USD 487.15 million by 2030 with a CAGR of 9.39% during the forecast period. The Global Legionella Testing Market refers to the market for diagnostic tests and services used to detect and monitor Legionella bacteria, particularly the Legionella pneumophila species, responsible for causing Legionnaires' disease. Legionnaires' disease is a severe form of pneumonia that can be contracted through inhalation of contaminated water droplets, typically from sources like cooling towers, hot tubs, and plumbing systems. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, approximately 10,000 cases of Legionnaires' disease were reported in 2018.

Market Overview
Forecast Period	2026-2030
Market Size 2024	USD 284.25 Million
Market Size 2030	USD 487.15 Million
CAGR 2025-2030	9.39%
Fastest Growing Segment	PCR
Largest Market	Asia Pacific

Legionella bacteria thrive in hot water conditions, making industries that rely on water storage, such as schools, restaurants, hospitals, and large plumbing systems, particularly susceptible to Legionella contamination. As a result, there is a growing demand across these industries for accurate and timely diagnosis of Legionella and related infections. In September 2022, an outbreak of severe pneumonia in San Miguel de Tucuman, Argentina, resulted in four deaths and 11 cases of severe illness. This outbreak was later linked to Legionella, specifically the bacterium L. pneumophila. Additionally, in June 2022, the New York Attorney General reached an agreement with Verizon to ensure the company takes swift and comprehensive action to prevent the spread of Legionnaires' disease throughout New York State.

Key Market Drivers

Advances in Testing Technologies

The Global Legionella Testing Market is experiencing substantial growth, and one of the key drivers behind this expansion is the continuous advancement of testing technologies. Legionella, a bacterium responsible for Legionnaires' disease, poses a significant public health risk. The need for rapid, sensitive, and accurate testing methods has driven innovation in the field.

Traditional methods of detecting Legionella bacteria, such as culture-based techniques, can be time-consuming and may not always yield accurate results. In contrast, modern molecular techniques, particularly Polymerase Chain Reaction (PCR), have revolutionized Legionella testing. PCR allows for the rapid and precise detection of Legionella DNA in water and environmental samples, significantly reducing the time required for diagnosis. The ability to provide quicker and more accurate results is a key factor driving the demand for Legionella testing services.

The sensitivity of testing methods is crucial when dealing with potentially harmful microorganisms like Legionella. Advances in testing technologies have led to the development of highly sensitive assays. These assays can detect even trace amounts of Legionella bacteria in various samples, including water systems, cooling towers, and air. Enhanced sensitivity ensures that potential sources of contamination are not overlooked, thereby improving the overall safety of water systems.

Automation in testing technologies has not only sped up the testing process but has also minimized the potential for human error. Automated platforms reduce the manual handling of samples, leading to greater consistency and reliability in test results. This feature is especially important in Legionella testing, where accuracy is critical for public health and safety.

Key Market Challenges

Lack of Standardized Testing Protocols

One of the primary challenges in the Legionella testing industry is the absence of standardized testing protocols. Different laboratories and testing facilities may use varying methods and equipment, leading to potential inconsistencies in results. Standardization is crucial to ensure that test results are accurate and can be reliably interpreted.

Key Market Trends

Rapid Diagnostic Tests

Rapid diagnostic tests are set to revolutionize the Legionella Testing Market. These tests offer quicker results, typically within hours, as opposed to the days required by traditional methods. Their speed and accuracy make them invaluable for timely decision-making in Legionella risk management. As demand for fast and reliable testing increases, rapid diagnostic tests will likely gain significant traction.

Key Market Players

Abbott Laboratories
Beckman Coulter, Inc.
Bio-Rad Laboratories Inc.
BIOMERIEUX SA
Eiken Chemical Co., Ltd
Hologic Inc.
Pro-Lab PLC
QIAGEN N.V.
F. Hoffmann-La Roche Ltd
Takara Bio Inc.
Thermo Fisher Scientific Inc.

Report Scope:

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

Legionella Testing Market, By Type:

Water testing
IVD testing

Legionella Testing Market, By End Use:

Microbial culture
Direct fluorescent antibody (DFA) stain
PCR
Others

Legionella Testing Market, By Region:

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

Competitive Landscape

Company Profiles: Detailed analysis of the major companies present in the Global Legionella Testing Market.

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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 Legionella Testing Market Outlook

5.1. Market Size & Forecast
- 5.1.1. By Value
5.2. Market Share & Forecast
- 5.2.1. By Type (Water testing, IVD testing)
- 5.2.2. By End Use (Microbial culture, Direct fluorescent antibody (DFA) stain, PCR, Others)
- 5.2.3. By Region
- 5.2.4. By Company (2024)
5.3. Product Market Map
- 5.3.1. By Type
- 5.3.2. By End Use
- 5.3.3. By Region

6. North America Legionella Testing Market Outlook

6.1. Market Size & Forecast
- 6.1.1. By Value
6.2. Market Share & Forecast
- 6.2.1. By Type (Water testing, IVD testing)
- 6.2.2. By End Use (Microbial culture, Direct fluorescent antibody (DFA) stain, PCR, Others)
- 6.2.3. By Country
6.3. North America: Country Analysis
- 6.3.1. United States Legionella Testing 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 Type
    - 6.3.1.2.2. By End Use
- 6.3.2. Canada Legionella Testing 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 Type
    - 6.3.2.2.2. By End Use
- 6.3.3. Mexico Legionella Testing 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 Type
    - 6.3.3.2.2. By End Use

7. Europe Legionella Testing Market Outlook

7.1. Market Size & Forecast
- 7.1.1. By Value
7.2. Market Share & Forecast
- 7.2.1. By Type (Water testing, IVD testing)
- 7.2.2. By End Use (Microbial culture, Direct fluorescent antibody (DFA) stain, PCR, Others)
- 7.2.3. By Country
7.3. Europe: Country Analysis
- 7.3.1. Germany Legionella Testing 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 Type
    - 7.3.1.2.2. By End Use
- 7.3.2. United Kingdom Legionella Testing 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 Type
    - 7.3.2.2.2. By End Use
- 7.3.3. France Legionella Testing 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 Type
    - 7.3.3.2.2. By End Use
- 7.3.4. Italy Legionella Testing 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 Type
    - 7.3.4.2.2. By End Use
- 7.3.5. Spain Legionella Testing 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 Type
    - 7.3.5.2.2. By End Use

8. Asia-Pacific Legionella Testing Market Outlook

8.1. Market Size & Forecast
- 8.1.1. By Value
8.2. Market Share & Forecast
- 8.2.1. By Type (Water testing, IVD testing)
- 8.2.2. By End Use (Microbial culture, Direct fluorescent antibody (DFA) stain, PCR, Others)
- 8.2.3. By Country
8.3. Asia-Pacific: Country Analysis
- 8.3.1. China Legionella Testing 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 Type
    - 8.3.1.2.2. By End Use
- 8.3.2. Japan Legionella Testing 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 Type
    - 8.3.2.2.2. By End Use
- 8.3.3. India Legionella Testing 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 Type
    - 8.3.3.2.2. By End Use
- 8.3.4. Australia Legionella Testing 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 Type
    - 8.3.4.2.2. By End Use
- 8.3.5. South Korea Legionella Testing 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 Type
    - 8.3.5.2.2. By End Use

9. South America Legionella Testing Market Outlook

9.1. Market Size & Forecast
- 9.1.1. By Value
9.2. Market Share & Forecast
- 9.2.1. By Type (Water testing, IVD testing)
- 9.2.2. By End Use (Microbial culture, Direct fluorescent antibody (DFA) stain, PCR, Others)
- 9.2.3. By Country
9.3. South America: Country Analysis
- 9.3.1. Brazil Legionella Testing 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 Type
    - 9.3.1.2.2. By End Use
- 9.3.2. Argentina Legionella Testing 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 Type
    - 9.3.2.2.2. By End Use
- 9.3.3. Colombia Legionella Testing 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 Type
    - 9.3.3.2.2. By End Use

10. Middle East and Africa Legionella Testing Market Outlook

10.1. Market Size & Forecast
- 10.1.1. By Value
10.2. Market Share & Forecast
- 10.2.1. By Type (Water testing, IVD testing)
- 10.2.2. By End Use (Microbial culture, Direct fluorescent antibody (DFA) stain, PCR, Others)
- 10.2.3. By Country
10.3. MEA: Country Analysis
- 10.3.1. South Africa Legionella Testing 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 Type
    - 10.3.1.2.2. By End Use
- 10.3.2. Saudi Arabia Legionella Testing 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 Type
    - 10.3.2.2.2. By End Use
- 10.3.3. UAE Legionella Testing 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 Type
    - 10.3.3.2.2. By End Use
- 10.3.4. Kuwait Legionella Testing Market Outlook
  - 10.3.4.1. Market Size & Forecast
    - 10.3.4.1.1. By Value
  - 10.3.4.2. Market Share & Forecast
    - 10.3.4.2.1. By Type
    - 10.3.4.2.2. By End Use

11. Market Dynamics

11.1. Drivers
11.2. Challenges

12. Market Trends & Developments

12.1. Recent Development
12.2. Mergers & Acquisitions
12.3. Product Launches

13. Porter's Five Forces Analysis

13.1. Competition in the Industry
13.2. Potential of New Entrants
13.3. Power of Suppliers
13.4. Power of Customers
13.5. Threat of Substitute Products

14. Competitive Landscape

14.1. Abbott Laboratories
- 14.1.1. Business Overview
- 14.1.2. Company Snapshot
- 14.1.3. Products & Services
- 14.1.4. Recent Developments
- 14.1.5. Financials (As Reported)
- 14.1.6. Key Personnel Details
- 14.1.7. SWOT Analysis
14.2. Beckman Coulter, Inc.
14.3. Bio-Rad Laboratories Inc.
14.4. BIOMERIEUX SA
14.5. Eiken Chemical Co., Ltd
14.6. Hologic Inc.
14.7. Pro-Lab PLC
14.8. QIAGEN N.V.
14.9. F. Hoffmann-La Roche Ltd
14.10. Takara Bio Inc.
14.11. Thermo Fisher Scientific Inc.