United
Kingdom Vitamin D Testing Market is projected to grow at a robust CAGR in the
forecast period. Vitamin
D is a fat-soluble vitamin that plays a crucial role in regulating the
absorption of calcium and phosphorus in the body. The adequate amount of
vitamin D required in the body differs with age. However, the recommended
amount of Vitamin D in the human body ranges between 20 and 40 ng/ml. Routine
testing of vitamin D is necessary for the prevention of several vitamin D
deficiency diseases such as rickets, osteomalacia, osteoporosis, hypocalcemia, and
others. Vitamin D testing is a medical procedure used to measure the levels of
vitamin D in a person's blood. The two main forms of Vitamin D that can be
measured in blood tests include 25-hydroxyvitamin D (25(OH)D) and
1,25-dihydroxyvitamin D (1,25(OH)2D). In the United Kingdom, vitamin D testing
is available through the National Health Service (NHS) and private healthcare
providers. The NHS primarily uses the 25-hydroxyvitamin D (25(OH)D) test to
measure the total amount of Vitamin D2 and Vitamin D3 in the blood. In 2019,
around 159 vitamin D tests were performed per 1000 population in the United
Kingdom. Several factors are responsible for the growth of the United Kingdom
Vitamin D Testing Market in the forecast period. The increase in the prevalence
of chronic diseases across the United Kingdom, which are caused by inadequate
intake of vitamin D, is expected to propel the market growth in the forecast
period. Moreover, the growing demand for vitamin D testing among pregnant women
and infants for the proper development of the fetus and their own health is
also a significant factor that is expected to drive the growth of the United
Kingdom Vitamin D Testing Market in the upcoming years. The increase in the
launch of new products and methodologies in the market for rapid and accurate
vitamin D testing is also anticipated to register a lucrative growth to the
market in the United Kingdom.
Increase
in Prevalence of Chronic Diseases
Chronic
diseases are long-term health conditions that persist over an extended period
and require ongoing medical attention. Certain diseases, which are commonly
reported in the UK due to a lack of vitamin D, include osteoporosis, rickets,
musculoskeletal pain, Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD), and autoimmune
diseases such as sclerosis and rheumatoid arthritis. The northern regions of
the United Kingdom, including Scotland and Northern Ireland, tend to record
higher cases of vitamin D deficiency diseases caused by limited exposure to
sunlight.
According
to the report published by the International Osteoporosis Foundation in 2021,
it has been observed that around 3,775,000 individuals are diagnosed with
osteoporosis every year, accounting for 78.3% of women and 21.7% of men.
Healthcare professionals determine the risk factors for the deterioration of
bone tissues and bone mass by measuring the levels of 25-hydroxyvitamin D
through a blood test.
Rickets
is another leading medical condition caused by a lack of vitamin D, resulting
in improper bone development and abnormal mineralization of bone tissues.
Rickets is typically observed among infants and children between the age group
of 6 months to 3 years. According to the report published by the National
Library of Medicine in 2020, 125 cases of rickets were reported with an annual
incidence of 0.48 per 100,000 children under 16 years of age. Moreover, 116
cases were reported under 5 years of age, with an annual incidence of 1.39 per
100,000 children. Boys accounted for 70% of total instances, which were more
significant than girls (30%). Complications included delayed gross motor
development (26.4%), fractures (9.6%), hypocalcemic seizures (8%), and dilated
cardiomyopathy (3%). Blood tests measure the concentration of 25-hydroxyvitamin
D [25(OH)D], which is the major circulating form of vitamin D, for the proper
diagnosis and management of rickets. After initiating the treatment, vitamin D
testing assesses the effectiveness of vitamin D supplementation in maintaining
adequate vitamin D levels.
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Furthermore,
a sedentary lifestyle such as physical inactivity and consumption of an
unbalanced diet are also expected to register impressive growth in the United
Kingdom Vitamin D Testing Market in the forecast period.
Growth
in Rate of Pregnancy and Infancy
The
rising number of plausible biological pathways through which vitamin D can
influence placental, fetal, and mental health during pregnancy is expected to propel
the growth of the United Kingdom Vitamin D Testing Market in the forecast
period. Vitamin D has important immunomodulatory properties that establish an
appropriate maternal immune response to the placenta. Moreover, vitamin D plays
a vital role in the production of antimicrobial peptides such as cathelicidin,
using 25(OH)D as a substrate for the prevention of infection during pregnancy.
Low serum concentration of 25(OH)D has been postulated to have adverse effects
on maternal reproductive health, such as gestational diabetes mellitus,
pre-eclampsia/PIH, and periodontal disease in pregnancy.
According
to the report published by the International Diabetes Foundation, it has been
observed that around 183,322.8 live births in the United Kingdom were affected
by Hyperglycaemia in 2021, followed by a 20.6% prevalence of gestational
diabetes mellitus (GDM). Imbalance of vitamin D has majorly affected the
infants in 2021. Other types of diabetes were detected in 2,539 live births
during pregnancy; however, 8,381.3 of live births were affected by diabetes
prior to pregnancy.
Moreover,
proper guidance of supplementation supported by vitamin D testing for proper
bone mineralization and reduced risks of skeletal abnormalities in infants is
further expected to boost the growth of the United Kingdom Vitamin D Testing
Market in the forecast period.
Rise
in Technological Advancements
Introduction
of advanced products for rapid testing and the adoption of several growth
strategies are enhancing the demand for vitamin D testing in the forecast
period. In November 2022, 2San launched premium vitamin D rapid test kits for
home testing, which provide results within 10 minutes of the test. The Vitamin
D rapid test is applicable for the semi-quantitative detection of
25-hydroxyvitamin D (25 (OH) D) in a finger prick with whole blood at a cut-off
point concentration of 30 ± 4 ng/ml. Moreover, the use of Spark-D test for
quantitative analysis of vitamin D levels is also driving the demand for
vitamin D testing. This test is the ideal screening test performed specifically
by gynecologists, which provides results within 15 minutes. In recent years,
physicians have relied on the application of saponification for the chemical
degradation of complex lipids present in the sample, which precludes the
determination of vitamins. Furthermore, the establishment of Liquid
chromatography/tandem mass spectrometry in 2021 as a standard technique for the
analysis of vitamin D has also received acceptance by healthcare professionals
in recent years due to its sustainability of mass spectrometry operation.
Recent
Developments
- In November 2020, OmegaQuant
launched a vitamin D test with a sampling kit to determine normal levels
at home. This safe, easy, and convenient test requires only a finger prick
and a few drops of blood for analysis, similar to omega-3 blood tests.
Vitamin D has played an important role in bone health for decades.
- In February 2021, DiaSorin, one of
the leading vendors, utilized advanced technology such as chemiluminescent
immunoassay (CLIA) for the quantitative determination and analysis of
25-hydroxyvitamin D and other hydroxylated vitamin D metabolites in human
serum using the LIAISON Analyzer family.
- The BioMérieux SA Series VIDAS 25
OH Vitamin D Total measures Vitamin D2 and Vitamin D3 using an
immunoenzymatic method and provides accurate and rapid results within 40
minutes.
- In April 2022, the Department of
Health and Human Services (DHSC) launched new efforts to promote vitamin D
intake, including increased use of fortified foods and beverages.
The
United Kingdom Vitamin D Testing Market is classified based on Product,
Technology, Indication, End User, Region and Competitive Landscape. In terms of
product, the United Kingdom vitamin D testing market is categorized into
25-Hydroxy Vitamin D Test and 1,25-Dihydroxy Vitamin D Test. Regarding
technology, the market is divided into Radioimmunoassay, ELISA, HPLC, LC-MS,
and Others. On the basis of indication, the market is fragmented into
Osteoporosis, Rickets, Thyroid Disorders, Malabsorption, Vitamin D Deficiency,
and Others. Based on end user, the market is segmented into Diagnostic Laboratories,
Hospitals and Clinics, Homecare, and Others.
Market
Players
F.
Hoffmann-La Roche Ltd., Abbott Laboratories Ltd., Quest Diagnostics
Incorporated, bioMerieux UK Ltd., Diasorin Ltd., Thermo Fisher Scientific Inc.,
Beckman Coulter United Kingdom Ltd., Tosoh Bioscience Limited.
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Base Year
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2022
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Historic
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2018 – 2021
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Estimated Year
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2023
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Forecast
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2024 – 2028F
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Revenue in USD Million, and CAGR for 2018-2022 and 2023-2028
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Segments covered
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Product
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End User
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Regional
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London, East
Anglia, Southwest, Southeast, Scotland, East Midlands, Yorkshire &
Humberside
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Key companies profiled
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F. Hoffmann-La Roche Ltd., Abbott
Laboratories Ltd., Quest Diagnostics Incorporated, bioMerieux UK Ltd.,
Diasorin Ltd., Thermo Fisher Scientific Inc., Beckman Coulter United Kingdom
Ltd., Tosoh Bioscience Limited.
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Scope:
In
this report, United Kingdom Vitamin D Testing Market has been segmented into
following categories, in addition to the industry trends which have also been detailed
below:
- United Kingdom Vitamin D Testing Market, By Product:
o 25-Hydroxy Vitamin D Test
o 1,25-Dihydroxy Vitamin D Test
- United
Kingdom Vitamin D Testing Market, By Technology:
o Radioimmunoassay
o ELISA
o HPLC
o LC-MS
o Others
- United
Kingdom Vitamin D Testing Market, By Indication:
o Osteoporosis
o Rickets
o Thyroid Disorders
o Malabsorption
o Vitamin D Deficiency
o Others
- Vitamin
D Testing Market, By End User:
o Diagnostic Laboratories
o Hospitals and Clinics
o Homecare
o Others
Competitive
Landscape
Company
Profiles: Detailed analysis of the major companies present in United
Kingdom Vitamin D Testing Market.
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