Blood Irradiation Equipment Market Trends： the market size is projected to reach USD 0.13 billion by 2031

Blood irradiation equipment refers to specialized medical devices used to irradiate blood or blood components, typically with gamma rays or X-rays. This process is crucial in reducing the risk of transfusion-associated graft-versus-host disease (TA-GVHD), a potentially fatal condition in which transfused immune cells attack the recipient’s tissues. The equipment is commonly used in hospitals, blood banks, and transfusion centers to ensure the safety of blood transfusions, particularly for patients with weakened immune systems or those undergoing treatments that compromise immune function.

The increasing prevalence of hematologic disorders and the rising demand for safe blood transfusions are major drivers of the blood irradiation equipment market. To prevent transfusion-associated graft-versus-host disease (TA-GVHD), hospitals and blood banks are adopting advanced irradiation technologies, including X-ray-based and gamma-ray-based devices. Furthermore, government regulations and guidelines mandating the irradiation of blood components for immunocompromised patients are boosting market growth. Technological advancements, such as automated and high-throughput irradiation systems, are also enhancing efficiency and expanding the adoption of blood irradiation equipment in healthcare facilities.

One of the key challenges facing the blood irradiation equipment market is the regulatory and safety concerns associated with radiation-emitting devices. Stringent licensing requirements for gamma-ray irradiators, coupled with increasing restrictions on radioactive materials, are driving a shift toward alternative technologies like X-ray irradiation. However, the high cost of advanced X-ray systems and the operational expenses of maintaining irradiation equipment pose financial burdens, particularly for smaller healthcare facilities. Additionally, supply chain disruptions and the need for specialized personnel to operate and maintain the equipment further hinder market expansion.

The blood irradiation equipment market is experiencing a transition from gamma-ray-based systems to X-ray irradiation technology. This shift is primarily driven by increasing regulatory restrictions on the use and transportation of radioactive materials, such as cesium-137 and cobalt-60, due to security concerns. Many hospitals and blood banks are adopting X-ray blood irradiators as a safer and more environmentally friendly alternative. Additionally, advancements in X-ray technology have improved the efficiency, precision, and reliability of these systems, making them a preferred choice for healthcare institutions.

According to the new market research report “Blood Irradiation Equipment - Global Market Share and Ranking, Overall Sales and Demand Forecast 2025-2031”, published by QYResearch, the global Blood Irradiation Equipment market size is projected to reach USD 0.13 billion by 2031, at a CAGR of 3.2% during the forecast period.

• Global Blood Irradiation Equipment MarketSize(US$ Million), 2020-2031

Source: QYResearch, "Blood Irradiation Equipment - Global Market Share and Ranking, Overall Sales and Demand Forecast 2025-2031”

• Global Blood Irradiation Equipment Top8Players Ranking and Market Share (Ranking is based on the revenue of 2024, continually updated)

Source: QYResearch, "Blood Irradiation Equipment - Global Market Share and Ranking, Overall Sales and Demand Forecast 2025-2031”

According to QYResearch Top Players Research Center, the global key manufacturers of Blood Irradiation Equipment include WEGO (Rad Source), Best Theratronics, Eckert & Ziegler, Fujifilm, etc. In 2024, the global top four players had a share approximately 71.0% in terms of revenue.

About The Authors

Zhang Xiao - Lead Author

Email: zhangxiao@qyresearch.com

Zhang Xiao is a market senior analyst specializing in medical device, pharma, Lab consumable. Zhang  Xiao has 8 years’ experience in medical device and  pharma market analysis, and focuses on medical device and consumables (imaging equipment, medical consumables, wearable medical equipment, medical robots, home care equipment, dental equipment, implant equipment, operating room equipment, in vitro diagnostics, etc.) and drugs (API, finished drugs, patented drugs, blood products , vaccines, etc.) . She is engaged in the development of technology and market reports and is also involved in custom projects.

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