Drug of Abuse Testing Services Market Introduction and Overview
According to SPER Market Research, the Global Drug of Abuse Testing Services Market is estimated to reach USD 6.85 billion by 2034 with a CAGR of 5.09%.
The report includes an in-depth analysis of the Global Drug of Abuse Testing Services Market, including market size and trends, product mix, Applications, and supplier analysis. The market is growing as a result of new testing initiatives and the increased incidence of opioid and marijuana use problems in the workplace. The need for drug abuse testing services is being driven by growing awareness of the need to address addiction and illicit drug misuse among adults and kids. In order to address this expanding need, businesses are gradually developing specialized services and projects. However, The Drug of Abuse Testing Services Market faces challenges such as the high costs associated with advanced testing technologies and the need for strict regulatory compliance across diverse regions. Additionally, the variability in drug testing standards and the potential for false positives or negatives can hinder market growth and reliability.
By Drug: The cannabis segment holds the largest share of the market, driven by its widespread recreational and medicinal use. Legalization in various regions has led to increased consumption, especially among young adults, raising concerns about impairment, safety, and workplace productivity. Employer mandates, government regulations, and rising DUI cases further drive the demand for cannabis testing, particularly in safety-sensitive jobs and educational settings. Advances in rapid, accurate testing technologies also support the segment’s growth, making it a key driver in the drug testing services industry.
By Regional Insights: North America leads the drug of abuse testing services market, driven by rising addiction rates, increased drug use in workplaces, and higher accident incidences, supported by strong healthcare infrastructure. A significant portion of employees misuse substances, contributing to workplace safety concerns, making drug testing essential for ensuring employee well-being and safety.
Market Competitive Landscape:
The market is highly consolidated. Some of the market key players are Abbott, Clinical Reference Laboratory (CRL), Inc., Cordant Health Solutions, DrugScan, Laboratory Corporation of America Holdings, Legacy Medical Services, Millennium Health, LLC, Omega Laboratories, Inc., Psychemedics Corporation, Quest Diagnostics, and others.
Recent Developments:
- Quest Diagnostics purchased several laboratory assets from Allina Health in September 2024. The partnership aims to improve access to affordable, high-quality laboratory services for patients and physicians in Minnesota and western Wisconsin.
- Quest Diagnostics, a prominent provider of diagnostic information services, and University Hospitals, one of the top nonprofit health systems and academic medical centers in the country, inked a deal in August 2024 for Quest to buy a portion of University Hospitals' outreach laboratory services division.
Scope of the Report:
| Report Metric | Details |
| Market size available for years | 2021-2034 |
| Base year considered | 2024 |
| Forecast period | 2025-2034 |
| Segments covered | By Drug. |
| Regions covered | North America, Latin America, Asia-Pacific, Europe, and Middle East & Africa. |
| Companies Covered | Abbott, Clinical Reference Laboratory (CRL), Inc., Cordant Health Solutions, DrugScan, Laboratory Corporation of America Holdings, Legacy Medical Services, Millennium Health, LLC, Omega Laboratories, Inc., Psychemedics Corporation, Quest Diagnostics, and others. |
Key Topics Covered in the Report:
- Global Drug of Abuse Testing Services Market Size (FY’2021-FY’2034)
- Overview of Global Drug of Abuse Testing Services Market
- Segmentation of Global Drug of Abuse Testing Services Market By Drug (Alcohol, Cannabis/Marijuana, Cocaine, Opioids, Amphetamine & Methamphetamine, LSD, Others)
- Statistical Snap of Global Drug of Abuse Testing Services Market
- Expansion Analysis of Global Drug of Abuse Testing Services Market
- Problems and Obstacles in Global Drug of Abuse Testing Services Market
- Competitive Landscape in the Global Drug of Abuse Testing Services Market
- Details on Current Investment in Global Drug of Abuse Testing Services Market
- Competitive Analysis of Global Drug of Abuse Testing Services Market
- Prominent Players in the Global Drug of Abuse Testing Services Market
- SWOT Analysis of Global Drug of Abuse Testing Services Market
- Global Drug of Abuse Testing Services Market Future Outlook and Projections (FY’2025-FY’2034)
- Recommendations from Analyst
1. Introduction
1.1. Scope of the report
1.2. Market segment analysis
2. Research Methodology
2.1. Research data source
2.1.1. Secondary Data
2.1.2. Primary Data
2.1.3. SPERs internal database
2.1.4. Premium insight from KOLs
2.2. Market size estimation
2.2.1. Top-down and Bottom-up approach
2.3. Data triangulation
3. Executive Summary
4. Market Dynamics
4.1. Driver, Restraint, Opportunity and Challenges analysis
4.1.1. Drivers
4.1.2. Restraints
4.1.3. Opportunities
4.1.4. Challenges
5. Market variable and outlook
5.1. SWOT Analysis
5.1.1. Strengths
5.1.2. Weaknesses
5.1.3. Opportunities
5.1.4. Threats
5.2. PESTEL Analysis
5.2.1. Political Landscape
5.2.2. Economic Landscape
5.2.3. Social Landscape
5.2.4. Technological Landscape
5.2.5. Environmental Landscape
5.2.6. Legal Landscape
5.3. PORTERs Five Forces
5.3.1. Bargaining power of suppliers
5.3.2. Bargaining power of buyers
5.3.3. Threat of Substitute
5.3.4. Threat of new entrant
5.3.5. Competitive rivalry
5.4. Heat Map Analysis
6. Competitive Landscape
6.1. Global Drug of Abuse Testing Services Market Manufacturing Base Distribution, Sales Area, Product Type
6.2. Mergers & Acquisitions, Partnerships, Product Launch, and Collaboration in Global Drug of Abuse Testing Services Market
7. Global Drug of Abuse Testing Services Market, By Drug, (USD Million) 2021-2034
7.1. Alcohol
7.2. Cannabis/Marijuana
7.3. Cocaine
7.4. Opioids
7.5. Amphetamine & Methamphetamine
7.6. LSD
7.7. Others
8. Global Drug of Abuse Testing Services Market, (USD Million) 2021-2034
8.1. Global Drug of Abuse Testing Services Market Size and Market Share
9. Global Drug of Abuse Testing Services Market, By Region, (USD Million) 2021-2034
9.1. Asia-Pacific
9.1.1. Australia
9.1.2. China
9.1.3. India
9.1.4. Japan
9.1.5. South Korea
9.1.6. Rest of Asia-Pacific
9.2. Europe
9.2.1. France
9.2.2. Germany
9.2.3. Italy
9.2.4. Spain
9.2.5. United Kingdom
9.2.6. Rest of Europe
9.3. Middle East and Africa
9.3.1. Kingdom of Saudi Arabia
9.3.2. United Arab Emirates
9.3.3. Qatar
9.3.4. South Africa
9.3.5. Egypt
9.3.6. Morocco
9.3.7. Nigeria
9.3.8. Rest of Middle-East and Africa
9.4. North America
9.4.1. Canada
9.4.2. Mexico
9.4.3. United States
9.5. Latin America
9.5.1. Argentina
9.5.2. Brazil
9.5.3. Rest of Latin America
10. Company Profile
10.1. Abbott
10.1.1. Company details
10.1.2. Financial outlook
10.1.3. Product summary
10.1.4. Recent developments
10.2. Clinical Reference Laboratory (CRL), Inc.
10.2.1. Company details
10.2.2. Financial outlook
10.2.3. Product summary
10.2.4. Recent developments
10.3. Cordant Health Solutions
10.3.1. Company details
10.3.2. Financial outlook
10.3.3. Product summary
10.3.4. Recent developments
10.4. DrugScan
10.4.1. Company details
10.4.2. Financial outlook
10.4.3. Product summary
10.4.4. Recent developments
10.5. Laboratory Corporation of America Holdings
10.5.1. Company details
10.5.2. Financial outlook
10.5.3. Product summary
10.5.4. Recent developments
10.6. Legacy Medical Services
10.6.1. Company details
10.6.2. Financial outlook
10.6.3. Product summary
10.6.4. Recent developments
10.7. Millennium Health, LLC
10.7.1. Company details
10.7.2. Financial outlook
10.7.3. Product summary
10.7.4. Recent developments
10.8. Omega Laboratories, Inc.
10.8.1. Company details
10.8.2. Financial outlook
10.8.3. Product summary
10.8.4. Recent developments
10.9. Psychemedics Corporation
10.9.1. Company details
10.9.2. Financial outlook
10.9.3. Product summary
10.9.4. Recent developments
10.10. Quest Diagnostics
10.10.1. Company details
10.10.2. Financial outlook
10.10.3. Product summary
10.10.4. Recent developments
10.11. Others
11. Conclusion
12. List of Abbreviations
13. Reference Links
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