Microtomes are medical devices that can accurately obtain histological information from tissue samples of plants and animals. It can assist lab technicians in diagnosing chronic diseases like cancer at an early stage. Types of microtomes used in laboratories are rotary, laser, saw, cryo, and others. Cryo microtomes are used in cutting frozen sections of samples.
Modern versions of microtomes, such as lasers, can precisely slice tissue samples in uniform sections. These sections are studied at a cellular level by using technologies such as next-generation sequencing (NGS), quantitative real-time polymerase chain reaction (PCR), and mass spectrometry.
Advanced Devices for Diagnosis
Microtome products can be bifurcated into devices and accessories. Devices include vibrating microtomes, rotary microtomes, and others. Accessories include blades, knives, clamps, and blade holders. The microtome accessories segment is expected to display a high CAGR till 2025.
Rising incidence of cancer has made consumers aware of the importance of diagnosing diseases at an early stage. In response to this, Thermo Fisher Scientific launched the Microm HM 430 and HM 450 in 2014. These devices have an extra feature of making customized slices according to the angle of the handle. The graphic display unit also offers lab technicians precise sizes and thickness of samples.
Disposable blades derived from Teflon or tungsten carbide are being preferred for use in cryo microtomes. These blades are anti-corrosive due to the extra coating and can slice samples with minimum friction. The High Profile Disposable blades from Leica Biosystems are an instance of razor-sharp blades that can cut through hard specimens with ease.
Market Overview
The global microtome market size is projected to exceed USD 70 billion by 2025, according to a report by Grand View Research, Inc. It is expected to exhibit a CAGR above 4.5% during the forecast period (2014–2025). Consumer awareness regarding importance of diagnosis and prevention of chronic diseases at an early stage is anticipated to drive market demand. Increasing geriatric population, development of advanced diagnostic devices, and expanding healthcare budgets in developed economies are other factors that can positively impact market growth.
Noteworthy players in the market include Boeckeler Instruments, Inc.; Leica Biosystems Nussloch GmbH; Thermo Fisher Scientific; and S.M. Scientific Instruments Pvt. Ltd.
In-Depth research report on Microtome Market:
https://www.grandviewresearch.com/industry-analysis/microtome-market
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