INTRODUCTION
STUDY OBJECTIVES
BCC’s goal in conducting this study is to provide an overview of the current and future characteristics of the global market for medical imaging. The key objective is to present a comprehensive analysis of the current market and its future direction as an important tool for the diagnosis of various diseases.
This report explores present and future strategies within the imaging market, including reagents, equipment and systems used for imaging. The improvisation of the market, its setbacks and needs are discussed in this report. Comparisons, usage and the advantages and disadvantages of each imaging system are also discussed in this report.
A detailed analysis of the imaging industry structure has been conducted. This includes both the imaging reagents and the equipment used. Revenues are broken down by region. Sales figures are estimated for the 5 year period from 2009 through 2014.
Applications for imaging are also discussed separately in the report, with emphasis on its usage in cardiovascular, oncology, gastrointestinal and central nervous system diseases. The report also covers significant patents and their allotment in each category.
REASONS FOR DOING THIS STUDY
Medical imaging has seen major advances in modern medicine.The “compact revolution” is changing the market of imaging systems. R&D spending, along with increasing competition, patent expiries, new technologies, and an international marketplace are sending the market in new directions. Although the industry did see some setbacks in 2008 due to the economic downturn, new advancements and the need for diagnosis through imaging are helping the market to grow. This study looks at many of the systems affected by these factors.
Acquisition strategies and collaborations by companies are also covered in this report. This study also discusses the strength and weaknesses of each system/ technology in light of new technologies, growing competition, and changing customer needs.
INTENDED AUDIENCE
This study contributes to the areas of market growth in diagnosis through imaging from the point of view of manufacturers and users. Analytical companies, physicians, the pharmaceutical and biopharmaceutical industries, hospitals and research institutes will find this study to be of interest.
SCOPE OF THE STUDY
The scope of this study encompasses the imaging, diagnosing and medical markets. BCC analyzes each market and its applications by its need for diagnosis through imaging, regulatory environment, technology involved, market projections, and market share. Technological issues include the latest trends and developments.
METHODOLOGY
Both primary and secondary research methodologies were used in this study. BCC conducted a comprehensive literature search, which included technical newsletters and journals, and many other sources. Data were collected through interviews and correspondence with various analytical, chemical, pharmaceutical, and biotechnical experts. Projections were based on estimates such as the current number of end users, potential end users, mergers and acquisitions, and market trends.
INFORMATION SOURCES
Many companies within the industry were surveyed to obtain data for this study. Included were manufacturers and end users of pharmaceuticals through contract manufacturing and research. Data were gathered from various industry sources. BCC spoke with officials and physicians within the industry, consulted newsletters, company literature, product literature, and a host of technical articles, journals, indexes, and abstracts. Exhaustive investigations of databases by key terminology were completed. In addition, data were compiled from current financial, trade, and government sources.
ABOUT THE AUTHOR
Shalini S. Dewan holds a master’s degree in pharmaceutical chemistry. Among the research topics she has covered are studies on compounds of potential pharmaceutical interest. She was awarded a gold medal by the Prime Minister of India for her work and has worked with top companies in India and in the U.S. Some of her other reports with BCC are Reagents of Chromatography; Spectroscopy, an Enduring Market; Advanced Drug Delivery Systems; Orthopedic Drugs, Implants and Devices; Imaging Reagents; Regulatory Industry; and Dynamic Sera, Media and Reagents Used in Biotechnology.
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DISCLAIMER
The information developed in this report is intended to be as reliable as possible at the time of publication and of a professional nature. This information does not constitute managerial, legal, or accounting advice; nor should it serve as a corporate policy guide, laboratory manual, or an endorsement of any product, as much of the information is speculative in nature. The author assumes no responsibility for any loss or damage that might result from reliance on the reported information or its use.
Report Code: HLC040C, Published: January 2010, Analyst: Shalini Shahani Dewan
