Product Code: ETC6185561 | Publication Date: Sep 2024 | Updated Date: Apr 2025 | Product Type: Market Research Report | |
Publisher: 6Wresearch | Author: Vasudha | No. of Pages: 75 | No. of Figures: 35 | No. of Tables: 20 |
Genetic testing for monogenic diseases is expanding rapidly across Australia, supported by growing awareness among patients and clinicians, along with integration into prenatal and neonatal screening programs. Technological improvements in next-generation sequencing and bioinformatics have made these tests more accurate and accessible. Government initiatives to enhance genetic diagnostics and investments in precision medicine are also contributing to market growth, though privacy concerns and limited genetic counseling infrastructure remain barriers.
In Australia, monogenic disease testing is experiencing rapid adoption, particularly in prenatal and neonatal care. The trend toward personalized medicine is leading to the widespread implementation of genetic screening for inherited disorders. With the National Health Genomics Policy supporting integration into clinical settings, diagnostic companies are scaling up high-throughput sequencing capabilities. Additionally, growing public awareness and better accessibility through online genetic testing services are accelerating market penetration.
In Australia, the monogenic disease testing market struggles with several obstacles, including limited awareness among healthcare providers and patients about the availability and utility of these tests. Testing for monogenic diseases often requires sophisticated genetic analysis, which may not be readily available in all regions of the country. The high costs associated with genetic testing and insufficient insurance coverage create further barriers to widespread adoption. Moreover, the ethical and privacy concerns related to genetic data handling continue to hinder the full-scale implementation of such testing services.
The monogenic disease testing market in Australia presents attractive investment prospects through digital health platforms, lab automation technologies, and next-generation sequencing services. Private equity and venture capital can find opportunities in companies offering prenatal and pediatric genetic screening, as well as firms developing AI-based interpretation tools. Collaborations with hospitals and public health authorities for widespread screening programs also present scalable investment models.
In Australia, policies related to genetic testing are heavily regulated, particularly due to concerns around genetic privacy and ethical implications. The National Health and Medical Research Council (NHMRC) provides ethical guidelines for genetic testing, but there remains a lack of comprehensive regulation specifically for monogenic disease testing. The government`s role in funding genetic testing services through the PBS is currently limited, and only a few monogenic tests are covered, creating disparities in access. Additionally, government efforts to promote awareness about genetic disorders and testing are still in the early stages, and healthcare professionals may lack training in the latest testing options, which affects the widespread adoption of these services.
1 Executive Summary |
2 Introduction |
2.1 Key Highlights of the Report |
2.2 Report Description |
2.3 Market Scope & Segmentation |
2.4 Research Methodology |
2.5 Assumptions |
3 Australia Monogenic Disease Testing Market Overview |
3.1 Australia Country Macro Economic Indicators |
3.2 Australia Monogenic Disease Testing Market Revenues & Volume, 2021 & 2031F |
3.3 Australia Monogenic Disease Testing Market - Industry Life Cycle |
3.4 Australia Monogenic Disease Testing Market - Porter's Five Forces |
3.5 Australia Monogenic Disease Testing Market Revenues & Volume Share, By Test Type, 2021 & 2031F |
3.6 Australia Monogenic Disease Testing Market Revenues & Volume Share, By Disease Type, 2021 & 2031F |
3.7 Australia Monogenic Disease Testing Market Revenues & Volume Share, By End use, 2021 & 2031F |
4 Australia Monogenic Disease Testing Market Dynamics |
4.1 Impact Analysis |
4.2 Market Drivers |
4.3 Market Restraints |
5 Australia Monogenic Disease Testing Market Trends |
6 Australia Monogenic Disease Testing Market, By Types |
6.1 Australia Monogenic Disease Testing Market, By Test Type |
6.1.1 Overview and Analysis |
6.1.2 Australia Monogenic Disease Testing Market Revenues & Volume, By Test Type, 2021- 2031F |
6.1.3 Australia Monogenic Disease Testing Market Revenues & Volume, By Carrier Testing, 2021- 2031F |
6.1.4 Australia Monogenic Disease Testing Market Revenues & Volume, By Diagnostic Testing, 2021- 2031F |
6.1.5 Australia Monogenic Disease Testing Market Revenues & Volume, By New-Born Screening, 2021- 2031F |
6.1.6 Australia Monogenic Disease Testing Market Revenues & Volume, By Predictive and Pre-Symptomatic Testing, 2021- 2031F |
6.1.7 Australia Monogenic Disease Testing Market Revenues & Volume, By Prenatal Testing, 2021- 2031F |
6.2 Australia Monogenic Disease Testing Market, By Disease Type |
6.2.1 Overview and Analysis |
6.2.2 Australia Monogenic Disease Testing Market Revenues & Volume, By Cystic fibrosis, 2021- 2031F |
6.2.3 Australia Monogenic Disease Testing Market Revenues & Volume, By Sickle Cell Anemia, 2021- 2031F |
6.2.4 Australia Monogenic Disease Testing Market Revenues & Volume, By Severe Combined Immunodeficiency (SCID), 2021- 2031F |
6.2.5 Australia Monogenic Disease Testing Market Revenues & Volume, By Tay-Sachs Disorder, 2021- 2031F |
6.2.6 Australia Monogenic Disease Testing Market Revenues & Volume, By Polycystic Kidney Disorder, 2021- 2031F |
6.2.7 Australia Monogenic Disease Testing Market Revenues & Volume, By Others, 2021- 2031F |
6.3 Australia Monogenic Disease Testing Market, By End use |
6.3.1 Overview and Analysis |
6.3.2 Australia Monogenic Disease Testing Market Revenues & Volume, By Hospitals, 2021- 2031F |
6.3.3 Australia Monogenic Disease Testing Market Revenues & Volume, By Ambulatory Surgical Centers, 2021- 2031F |
6.3.4 Australia Monogenic Disease Testing Market Revenues & Volume, By Specialized Clinics, 2021- 2031F |
7 Australia Monogenic Disease Testing Market Import-Export Trade Statistics |
7.1 Australia Monogenic Disease Testing Market Export to Major Countries |
7.2 Australia Monogenic Disease Testing Market Imports from Major Countries |
8 Australia Monogenic Disease Testing Market Key Performance Indicators |
9 Australia Monogenic Disease Testing Market - Opportunity Assessment |
9.1 Australia Monogenic Disease Testing Market Opportunity Assessment, By Test Type, 2021 & 2031F |
9.2 Australia Monogenic Disease Testing Market Opportunity Assessment, By Disease Type, 2021 & 2031F |
9.3 Australia Monogenic Disease Testing Market Opportunity Assessment, By End use, 2021 & 2031F |
10 Australia Monogenic Disease Testing Market - Competitive Landscape |
10.1 Australia Monogenic Disease Testing Market Revenue Share, By Companies, 2024 |
10.2 Australia Monogenic Disease Testing Market Competitive Benchmarking, By Operating and Technical Parameters |
11 Company Profiles |
12 Recommendations |
13 Disclaimer |