“Technological Advancements in Rapid and Multiplex Testing Platforms”
- A significant and accelerating trend in the global arthropod-borne viral infections testing market is the advancement and deployment of rapid diagnostic tests (RDTs) and multiplex molecular assays. These technologies offer the ability to simultaneously detect multiple arboviruses—such as Dengue, Zika, and Chikungunya—in a single patient sample, thus improving diagnostic accuracy and time-to-result
- For instance, CDC-endorsed Trioplex real-time RT-PCR assays have been widely adopted to test for Zika, Dengue, and Chikungunya viruses in one go, reducing diagnostic delays and enhancing outbreak response. Similarly, companies such as Bio-Rad and Thermo Fisher Scientific are developing multiplex PCR kits with higher throughput and automated workflows
- The development of point-of-care testing devices that use immunochromatographic and microfluidic platforms enables quick results in field settings and remote areas, which is critical during outbreak scenarios. These technologies are helping healthcare workers identify infected individuals faster, improving patient outcomes and curbing disease transmission
- Integration with digital reporting systems and surveillance platforms further enhances public health preparedness. Many diagnostic platforms now include cloud connectivity and mobile app integration to enable real-time data sharing and epidemiological tracking
- This trend towards more efficient, portable, and integrated testing solutions is redefining expectations for arboviral diagnostics, making them more accessible, faster, and field-deployable. Companies such as SD Biosensor and QuidelOrtho are expanding their portfolios to include AI-enhanced and smartphone-compatible diagnostics tailored for low-resource and high-incidence regions
- The demand for next-generation diagnostic platforms is growing rapidly across both government and private healthcare sectors as they seek improved capabilities for epidemic response, routine screening, and disease surveillance in endemic zones
