Central Nervous System Biomarkers Global Market Report 2024

The central nervous system biomarkers market size has grown rapidly in recent years. It will grow from $5.01 billion in 2023 to $5.55 billion in 2024 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 10.8%. The increase in the historical period can be attributed to an escalation in concerns related to neurological disorders, a high prevalence of central nervous system illnesses, a growing demand for improved diagnosis and treatment, enhanced healthcare infrastructure, and an increase in the aging population.

The central nervous system biomarkers market size is expected to see strong growth in the next few years. It will grow to $8.02 billion in 2028 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 9.7%. The expansion anticipated in the forecast period can be ascribed to the rising prevalence of neurological disorders, an increasing demand for personalized medicine, a growing geriatric population, a heightened emphasis on early diagnosis, and an escalating demand for non-invasive diagnostic tools. Noteworthy trends expected in the forecast period encompass novel technological advancements, strategic collaborations among biotechnology companies, pharmaceutical entities, and other stakeholders, a surge in research focused on cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) and blood-based biomarkers, and the utilization of AI and machine learning algorithms.

The anticipated increase in neurological illnesses is expected to drive the expansion of the central nervous system biomarker market in the future. Neurological illnesses, also referred to as neurological disorders, encompass a broad spectrum of conditions affecting the brain, spinal cord, and nerves throughout the body. These disorders can result from various factors, including genetic influences, infections, autoimmune responses, degenerative processes, tumors, vascular issues, and traumatic injuries. In the realm of neurological disorders, central nervous system (CNS) biomarkers play a crucial role in clinical diagnosis, determining illness risk or prognosis, assessing disease stage, and monitoring treatment response. They contribute significantly to comprehending these diseases and their treatability. For instance, in April 2023, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, a US government agency, reported that Alzheimer's disease affected an estimated 6.7 million Americans aged 65 and older, with projections indicating a tripling of this number to 14 million by 2060. Furthermore, the incidence of the disease is observed to double every five years after the age of 65. Consequently, the surge in neurological illnesses is a key factor propelling the growth of the central nervous system biomarker market.

The projected increase in obesity prevalence is poised to drive the growth of the central nervous system biomarker market. Obesity, a medical condition characterized by an excess of body fat that can adversely affect health, is studied using central nervous system biomarkers to comprehend the neurological mechanisms governing body weight, eating behavior, and the development of effective anti-obesity treatments. For example, as of May 2023, the Government Digital Service, a UK-based government body, estimates that 25.9% of individuals (18 years and older) in England are anticipated to be obese in 2021–2022, representing a 25.2% increase. Hence, the escalating prevalence of obesity is a significant driver for the growth of the central nervous system biomarker market.


A prominent trend gaining traction in the central nervous system biomarker market is the approval of innovative drugs. Leading companies in the market are dedicated to developing groundbreaking drugs and obtaining approvals to enhance their market standing. For example, in January 2022, Denovo Biopharma LLC, a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company based in the US, disclosed the approval and authorization of its investigational new drug (IND) application for DB104 (liafensine) by the US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) for treating treatment-resistant depression (TRD). This marks the initiation of the first biomarker-guided global CNS clinical trial for TRD. The drug has the potential to identify patients more likely to respond to liafensine, facilitating more personalized treatment decisions. Liafensine, a novel compound, functions by elevating levels of dopamine and norepinephrine in the brain.

Major players in the central nervous system biomarker market are strategically focused on introducing advanced solutions, such as assay kits. An assay kit is a pre-packaged set of reagents and materials utilized for a specific scientific analysis. For instance, in June 2023, Sysmex Corporation, a research and development company based in Japan, launched an Automated Immunoassay System. This assay kit is designed to detect amyloid beta (Aβ) accumulation in the brain, a contributor to Alzheimer's disease, using a small blood sample. The kit measures the ratio of Aβ peptides in the blood through an automated immunoassay system. This facilitates clinicians in identifying Aβ accumulation in the brain with a minimal blood sample, enabling earlier diagnosis and treatment for patients.

In June 2022, Fujirebio Holdings Inc., a biotechnology company based in Japan, acquired ADx NeuroSciences for approximately $43 million (40 million euros). This acquisition aims to broaden Fujirebio Holdings' portfolio of central nervous system biomarkers, leverage ADx NeuroSciences' expertise and technology, and enhance its global presence in the central nervous system biomarker market. ADx NeuroSciences, headquartered in Belgium, is a biomarker-assay company specializing in the development and production of biomarkers for central nervous system (CNS) disorders.

Major companies operating in the central nervous system biomarkers market report are F. Hoffmann-La Roche AG, Novartis AG, Siemens Healthineers, Thermo Fisher Scientific Inc, Abbott Laboratories, Merck KGaA, Eurofins Scientific, Charles River Laboratories International Inc., PerkinElmer Inc., Bio-Rad Laboratories Inc., QIAGEN N.V., Axon Neuroscience SE, Alector Inc., Oryzon Genomics S.A., Abastar Mdx Inc., Banyan Biomarkers Inc., Avacta Group PLC, Geno Technology Inc., Anavex Life Sciences Corp., Alseres Pharmaceuticals Inc., Aposense Ltd., Applied Neurosolutions Inc., C2N Diagnostics, Alzheon Inc., DiaGenic ASA, Abiant Inc., Avid Radiopharmaceuticals Inc. , Acumen Pharmaceuticals Inc. , Cassava Sciences Inc., Denali Therapeutics.

North America was the largest region in the central nervous system biomarkers market in 2023. Asia-Pacific is expected to be the fastest-growing region in the forecast period. The regions covered in the central nervous system biomarkers market report are Asia-Pacific, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East, Africa. The countries covered in the central nervous system biomarkers market report are Australia, Brazil, China, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Japan, Russia, South Korea, UK, USA, Italy, Spain, Canada.

The primary categories of CNS biomarkers include safety biomarkers, efficacy biomarkers, validation biomarkers, and others. Safety biomarkers encompass measurable biological parameters or indicators employed to evaluate the safety of drugs, medical interventions, or environmental exposures. They find application in treating various diseases such as multiple sclerosis, Alzheimer's disease, traumatic brain injury, and more, contributing to drug discovery and development, personalized medicines, disease risk assessment, diagnostics, among other areas. Diverse end-users, such as diagnostic labs, clinics, hospitals, research centers, and others, utilize these biomarkers.

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The central nervous system biomarkers market consists of sales of diagnostic test kits, assay reagents, antibody drugs, and imaging agents. Values in this market are ‘factory gate’ values, that is the value of goods sold by the manufacturers or creators of the goods, whether to other entities (including downstream manufacturers, wholesalers, distributors and retailers) or directly to end customers. The value of goods in this market includes related services sold by the creators of the goods.

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