Digital pathology market to hit $3.2b in 2031 as AI overhauls oncology diagnostics

North America, Europe, Pacific Asia regions drive the market growth.

The digital pathology market—valued at $2.01b in 2026—is projected to reach $3.2b by 2031, with a compound annual growth rate of 9.90%, driven by artificial intelligence and a shift towards remote diagnostic workflows, according to a Mordor Intelligence report.

The transition is underpinned by the shift from traditional microscopy to whole-slide imaging systems, allowing hospitals to digitise workflows entirely.

AI-powered image analysis tools are increasingly being integrated into digital pathology platforms to assist in disease detection, grading, and classification.

This helps pathologists reduce manual workload, improve diagnostic consistency, and enable early identification of complex conditions, particularly in oncology.

Digital pathology is also enabling remote diagnostics and real-time collaboration among pathologists across different locations, supporting telepathology applications, addressing workforce shortages, and improving access to expert opinions in underserved regions.

North America remains a leading region in the digital pathology market due to early adoption of advanced diagnostic technologies, strong healthcare infrastructure, and favourable regulatory frameworks.

The United States continues to increase the deployment of whole-slide imaging systems and AI-assisted diagnostic software across hospitals and reference laboratories.

Europe is a major contributor, driven by growing acceptance of digital pathology in routine diagnostics, academic research, and pharmaceutical applications.

Countries in Western Europe are adopting digital pathology platforms to improve efficiency and enable cross-border collaboration among pathologists.

The Asia Pacific remains the fastest-growing region in the market.

The digital pathology market is moderately competitive, with established medical imaging companies, specialised digital pathology vendors, and emerging technology firms operating globally.

Market participants are focusing on product innovation, AI integration, strategic collaborations, and regulatory approvals to strengthen their market presence, whilst investments in scalable software platforms and cloud-enabled solutions are shaping competition.