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Microbiology Testing Market by Product [Instrument, Reagent & Kit, Consumable], Technology [Traditional (Manual Counting, Culture), Rapid (Nucleic Acid, Viability)], End User [Pharma, Biotech, Food, Water, Environmental Testing]-Global Forecast to 2031

Publisher MarketsandMarkets
Published Feb 12, 2026
Length 321 Pages
SKU # MKMK20878223

Description

The global microbiology testing market is projected to reach USD 10.09 billion by 2031, up from USD 7.79 billion in 2026, at a CAGR of 5.3% during the forecast period. The market is expected to grow rapidly due to rising contamination risks in the food, water, and environmental sectors, increased industrial production, and advances in testing technologies. A growing focus on contamination control, regulatory compliance, and product safety, along with innovations in rapid testing and automation, is driving demand for accurate and reliable microbiology testing solutions. However, concerns about the cost of advanced testing systems and variability in low-cost solutions may restrain market growth. Nonetheless, continuous improvements in testing methodologies, coupled with increasing adoption across various industries, are expected to fuel market expansion.

The pharmaceutical & biotech companies segment is expected to have the largest market during the forecast period.

By end user, the market is segmented into pharmaceutical & biotech companies, food & beverage companies, environmental & water testing, cosmetics & personal-care companies, and other end users. In 2025, pharmaceutical & biotech companies accounted for the largest share of the market. The pharmaceutical & biotech segment is the largest in the microbiology testing market due to the critical need for contamination control, product safety, and regulatory compliance across drug manufacturing and biotechnological research. These industries rely heavily on microbiological testing to ensure the sterility, quality, and safety of their products, particularly biologics, vaccines, and therapeutic compounds. Stringent regulatory requirements, such as those from the FDA and EMA, mandate rigorous microbial testing at every stage of production, from raw material validation to final product release. Furthermore, the growing prevalence of diseases and the need for new treatments and therapies continue to drive significant demand for microbiology testing solutions, making pharmaceutical & biotech companies the largest consumers of these services.

The bacterial products segment accounted for the largest market share in the microbiology testing market.

The microbiology testing market is segmented by pathogen type into bacterial, viral, fungal, and other pathogens. The bacterial segment is the largest within this category due to the widespread presence and impact of bacterial contamination across various industries. Bacteria are among the most common pathogens in contamination issues across sectors such as food and beverage, water treatment, and environmental monitoring. Their ability to cause spoilage, disease, and quality issues drives strong demand for bacterial testing to ensure product safety, regulatory compliance, and public health. Additionally, well-established, reliable methods for detecting and identifying bacterial pathogens, along with regulatory mandates, further strengthen the dominance of the bacterial segment in microbiology testing.

The Asia Pacific is expected to be the fastest-growing market for microbiology testing during the forecast period.

The global microbiology testing market is segmented into six regions: North America, Europe, the Asia Pacific, Latin America, the Middle East & Africa. The Asia Pacific is the fastest-growing market in the microbiology testing sector, driven by rapid industrialization, rising healthcare investments, and a growing focus on contamination control across industries. The region is seeing strong growth in sectors such as food and beverage, water treatment, and environmental monitoring, all of which require extensive microbiological testing to ensure safety and regulatory compliance. Additionally, improving healthcare infrastructure, coupled with rising awareness of food safety and public health, is driving demand for testing solutions. Government initiatives and regulatory developments in countries such as China, India, and across Southeast Asia further support market growth, while the adoption of advanced and automated microbiology testing technologies helps streamline operations and improve accuracy. These factors collectively position Asia-Pacific as the fastest-growing market for microbiology testing.

North America is the leading market for microbiology testing, driven by a strong regulatory framework that creates high demand for testing to ensure product safety and compliance. The region is a leader in adopting advanced, automated testing solutions that improve efficiency and accuracy. Additionally, North America's diverse industries, including pharmaceuticals, biotechnology, food, and water, continually require reliable microbiology testing. The region's well-established healthcare and industrial infrastructure, combined with significant investments in research and development, further solidifies its position as the market leader.

A breakdown of the primary participants referred to for this report is provided below:
  • By Company Type: Tier 1: 40%, Tier 2: 30%, and Tier 3: 30%
  • By Designation: C Level: 27%, Director Level: 18%, and Others: 55%
  • By Region: North America: 51%, Europe: 21%, Asia Pacific: 18%, Latin America: 6%, and Middle East & Africa: 4%
  • Note 1: Companies are classified into tiers based on their total revenue. As of 2024, Tier 1 = >USD 10.00 billion, Tier 2 = USD 1.00 billion to USD 10.00 billion, and Tier 3 =
Note 2: C-level primaries include CEOs, CFOs, COOs, and VPs.

Note 3: Other designations include sales managers, marketing managers, business development managers, product managers, distributors, and suppliers.

The major players operating in the microbiology testing market are bioMérieux (France), Thermo Fisher Scientific Inc. (US), Merck KGaA (Germany), Becton, Dickinson and Company (US), and Neogen Corporation (US).

Research Coverage

This report examines the microbiology testing market by product, technology, pathogen type, end user, and region. It also examines key factors (drivers, restraints, opportunities, and challenges) influencing market growth and provides an in-depth analysis of the competitive landscape among market leaders. Furthermore, the report analyzes micro-markets by their individual growth trends. It forecasts market segment revenue for five major regions (and the respective countries within each region).

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The report will enable established firms and smaller entrants to gauge the market’s pulse, which, in turn, will help them gain a larger market share. Firms purchasing the report could use one or more of the strategies listed below to strengthen their market presence.

This report provides insights into the following pointers:
  • Analysis of key Drivers (Technological advancements in rapid microbiology testing, Increased funding for R&D, Rising food recalls due to non-compliant food products, Rising demand from cosmetics & personal care industry)
  • Restraints (Complexity in testing techniques, High Capital investments, and low cost benefit ratio)
  • Opportunities (Popularity of digital and automated testing platforms, Technological advancements in the testing industry)
  • Challenges (Operational barriers, Increasing cost of procuring microbiology testing equipment)
Market Penetration: Comprehensive information on the product portfolios offered by the top players in the microbiology testing market

Product Development/Innovation: Detailed insights into the upcoming trends, R&D activities, and product launches in the microbiology testing market

Market Development: Comprehensive information on lucrative emerging regions

Market Diversification: Exhaustive information about new products, growing geographies, and recent developments in the microbiology testing market

Competitive Assessment: In-depth assessment of market segments, growth strategies, revenue analysis, and products of the leading market players, such as bioMérieux (France), Thermo Fisher Scientific Inc. (US), Merck KGaA (Germany), Becton, Dickinson and Company (US), and Neogen Corporation (US)

Table of Contents

321 Pages
1 Introduction
1.1 Study Objectives
1.2 Market Definition
1.3 Study Scope
1.3.1 Markets Covered And Regional Scope
1.3.2 Inclusions And Exclusions
1.3.3 Years Considered
1.4 Currency Considered
1.5 Stakeholders
2 Executive Summary
2.1 Key Insights And Market Highlights
2.2 Key Market Participants: Share Insights And Strategic Developments
2.3 Disruptive Trends Shaping Market
2.4 Fastest-growth Segments And Emerging Frontiers
2.5 Snapshot: Global Market Size, Growth Rate, And Forecast
3 Premium Insights
3.1 Microbiology Testing Market Overview
3.2 Microbiology Testing Market, By Product
3.3 Microbiology Testing Market, By Technology
3.4 Microbiology Testing Market, By Pathogen Type
3.5 Microbiology Testing Market, By End User
3.6 Microbiology Testing Market: Geographic Growth Opportunities
4 Market Overview
4.1 Introduction
4.2 Market Dynamics
4.2.1 Drivers
4.2.1.1 Technological Advancements In Rapid Microbiology Testing
4.2.1.2 Increased Funding For R&D
4.2.1.3 Rising Food Recalls Due To Non-compliant Food Products
4.2.1.4 Rising Demand From Cosmetics & Personal Care Industry
4.2.2 Restraints
4.2.2.1 Complexity In Testing Techniques
4.2.2.2 High Capital Investments And Low Cost-benefit Ratio
4.2.3 Opportunities
4.2.3.1 Popularity Of Digital And Automated Testing Platforms
4.2.3.2 Technological Advancements In Testing Industry
4.2.4 Challenges
4.2.4.1 Operational Barriers
4.2.4.2 Increasing Cost Of Procuring Microbiology Testing Equipment
4.3 Unmet Needs And White Spaces
4.3.1 Unmet Needs In Microbiology Testing Market
4.3.2 White Space Opportunities
4.4 Interconnected Markets And Cross-sector Opportunities
4.4.1 Interconnected Markets
4.4.2 Cross-sector Opportunities
4.5 Strategic Moves By Tier 1/2/3 Players
4.5.1 Key Moves And Strategic Focus
5 Industry Trends
5.1 Porter’s Five Forces Analysis
5.1.1 Threat Of New Entrants
5.1.2 Threat Of Substitutes
5.1.3 Bargaining Power Of Buyers
5.1.4 Bargaining Power Of Suppliers
5.1.5 Intensity Of Competitive Rivalry
5.2 Macroeconomic Indicators
5.2.1 Introduction
5.2.2 Gdp Trends And Forecast
5.3 Supply Chain Analysis
5.4 Value Chain Analysis
5.5 Ecosystem Analysis
5.6 Pricing Analysis
5.6.1 Average Selling Price Trend Of Microbiology Testing, By Product
5.6.2 Average Selling Price Trend Of Microbiology Testing Products,
By Key Player
5.6.3 Average Selling Price Trend Of Microbiology Testing Products,
By Region
5.7 Trade Analysis
5.7.1 Import Scenario (Hs Code 3822)
5.7.2 Export Scenario (Hs Code 3822)
5.8 Key Conferences & Events, 2026–2027
5.9 Trends/Disruptions Impacting Customers’ Businesses
5.10 Investment & Funding Scenario
5.11 Case Study Analysis
5.11.1 Youngs Seafood Accelerated Food Testing With Vidas
5.11.2 Rapid Microbiological Method Case Study For Advanced Therapy Medicinal Products
5.11.3 Rapid Detection Method Of Bacterial Pathogens In Surface Waters And New Risk Indicator For Water Pathogenic Pollution
5.12 Impact Of 2025 Us Tariffs On Microbiology Testing Market
5.12.1 Introduction
5.12.2 Key Tariff Rates
5.12.3 Price Impact Analysis
5.12.4 Key Impact On Country/Region
5.12.4.1 North America
5.12.4.2 Europe
5.12.4.3 Asia Pacific
5.12.5 Impact On End-use Industries
5.12.5.1 Pharmaceutical & Biotech Companies
5.12.5.2 Food & Beverage Companies
5.12.5.3 Environmental & Water Testing
5.12.5.4 Cosmetics & Personal Care Companies
6 Technological Advancements, Ai-driven Impact, Patents, Innovations, And Future Applications
6.1 Key Emerging Technologies
6.1.1 Automated Multiplex Pcr Systems
6.1.2 Biosensors
6.2 Complementary Technologies
6.2.1 Food & Water Safety Monitoring Tools
6.2.2 Antimicrobial Resistance Testing
6.3 Technology/Product Roadmap
6.4 Patent Analysis
6.5 Future Application
6.6 Impact Of Ai/Generative Ai On Microbiology Testing Market
6.6.1 Introduction
6.6.2 Top Use Cases And Market Potential
6.6.3 Use Case
6.6.3.1 Adoption Of Gen Ai By Carbconnect To Achieve Accuracy And Consistency In Diagnostics
6.6.4 Evolving Adjacent Ecosystem Through Adoption Of Gen Ai
7 Sustainability And Regulatory Landscape
7.1 Regional Regulations And Compliance
7.1.1 Regulatory Bodies, Government Agencies, And Other Organizations
7.1.2 Industry Standards
7.2 Sustainability Initiatives
7.2.1 Environmental Impact And Eco-friendly Initiatives In Microbiology Testing
7.2.1.1 Eco-friendly Initiatives
7.3 Sustainability Impact And Regulatory Policy Initiatives
8 Customer Landscape & Buyer Behavior
8.1 Decision-making Process
8.2 Buyer Stakeholders And Buying Evaluation Criteria
8.2.1 Key Stakeholders In Buying Process
8.2.2 Buying Criteria
8.3 Adoption Barriers & Internal Challenges
8.4 Unmet Needs In Various End-use Industries
8.5 Market Profitability
8.5.1 Revenue Potential
8.5.2 Cost Dynamics
8.5.3 Margin Opportunities In Key Applications
9 Microbiology Testing Market, By Product
9.1 Introduction
9.2 Instruments
9.2.1 Widespread Adoption Of Automated And High-throughput Laboratory Instruments To Support Microbiology Testing Demand
9.2.2 Incubators
9.2.2.1 Controlled Environmental Conditions To Enable Reliable Microbial Growth And Detection
9.2.3 Microscopes
9.2.3.1 Direct Visualization And Morphological Analysis Of Microorganisms
9.2.4 Colony Counters
9.2.4.1 Accurate Enumeration Of Microbial Colonies To Support Quality Assurance
9.2.5 Mass Spectrometers
9.2.5.1 Rapid And Accurate Microbial Identification Through Advanced Mass Spectrometry Methods
9.2.6 Automated Culture Systems
9.2.6.1 High-throughput Systems Supporting Standardized Microbiology Workflows
9.2.7 Other Instruments
9.3 Reagents & Kits
9.3.1 High Recurring Demand For Standardized And Ready-to-use Reagents & Kits To Support Market Growth
9.4 Consumables
9.4.1 Consistent High-volume Consumption Of Disposable Laboratory Supplies To Fuel Routine Microbiology Testing Market
10 Microbiology Testing Market: Volume Analysis
10.1 Introduction
10.2 Us: Volume Of Pharma Incubator Installed Base
11 Microbiology Testing Market, By Technology
11.1 Introduction
11.2 Traditional Microbiology Methods (Tmm)
11.2.1 Widespread Regulatory Acceptance And Cost-effectiveness To Support Continued Adoption
11.2.2 Culture Methods
11.2.2.1 Continued Reliance On Culture-based Techniques To Support Routine Microbiology Testing
11.2.3 Microscopy Methods
11.2.3.1 Rapid Preliminary Microbial Screening To Support Contamination Investigations
11.2.4 Manual Counting Methods
11.2.4.1 Regulatory Acceptance Of Plate Count Techniques To Maintain Widespread Usage
11.2.5 Staining Techniques
11.2.5.1 Low-cost And Effective Microbial Differentiation Methods To Support Quality Control
11.2.6 Other Traditional Microbiology Methods
11.3 Rapid Microbiology Methods (Rmm)
11.3.1 Rapid Microbiology Methods Enable Faster Contamination Detection And Improved Testing Efficiency
11.3.2 Growth-based Rapid Microbiology Testing
11.3.2.1 Growing Demand For Growth-based Rapid Microbiology Testing To Drive Market Growth
11.3.3 Cellular Component-based Rapid Microbiology Testing
11.3.3.1 High Level Of Sensitivity, Accuracy, And Specificity Associated With This Method To Boost Market
11.3.4 Nucleic Acid-based Rapid Microbiology Testing
11.3.4.1 High Accuracy Associated With Nucleic Acid-based Methods To Favor Market Growth
11.3.5 Viability-based Rapid Microbiology Testing
11.3.5.1 Near Real-time Detection And Improved Accuracy To Drive Demand
12 Microbiology Testing Market, By Pathogen Type
12.1 Introduction
12.2 Bacterial
12.2.1 Widespread Occurrence Of Bacterial Contamination Across Industries To Support Market Dominance
12.3 Viral
12.3.1 Increasing Focus On Viral Safety And Environmental Surveillance To Drive Segment Growth
12.4 Fungal
12.4.1 Rising Incidence Of Yeast And Mold Contamination To Fuel Testing Demand
12.5 Other Pathogens
13 Microbiology Testing Market, By End User
13.1 Introduction
13.2 Pharmaceutical & Biotech Companies
13.2.1 Stringent Gmp And Contamination Control Requirements To Drive Testing Demand
13.3 Food & Beverage Companies
13.3.1 Stringent Food Safety Regulations And Quality Control To Support Market Growth
13.4 Environmental & Water Testing
13.4.1 Growing Focus On Water Safety And Environmental Monitoring To Drive Demand
13.5 Cosmetics & Personal Care Companies
13.5.1 Microbial Safety And Product Stability Requirements To Support Market Growth
13.6 Other End Users
14 Microbiology Testing Market, By Region
14.1 Introduction
14.2 North America
14.2.1 Us
14.2.1.1 Increasing Adoption Of Technologically Advanced Products In Us To Favor Market Growth
14.2.2 Canada
14.2.2.1 Favorable Environment For R&D To Drive Market
14.3 Europe
14.3.1 Germany
14.3.1.1 Increase In Investments And Funding By Government To Fuel Market Growth
14.3.2 Uk
14.3.2.1 High Prevalence Of Contaminated Food To Drive Market
14.3.3 France
14.3.3.1 Rise In R&D Expenditure To Favor Market Growth
14.3.4 Italy
14.3.4.1 Increased Adoption Of Advanced Diagnostic Technologies And Growing Government Healthcare Investments To Drive Market
14.3.5 Spain
14.3.5.1 Water Monitoring Mandate To Boost Market Growth
14.3.6 Rest Of Europe
14.4 Asia Pacific
14.4.1 China
14.4.1.1 High-profile Contamination Events And Export Standards To Propel Market
14.4.2 Japan
14.4.2.1 Stringent Safety Laws And Foodborne Outbreaks To Accelerate Market
14.4.3 India
14.4.3.1 Growth In Private And Public Investments In Healthcare Systems To Drive Adoption Of Microbiology Testing Products
14.4.4 South Korea
14.4.4.1 Increasing Demand For Infection Control Products To Support Market Growth
14.4.5 Australia
14.4.5.1 Increase In Awareness About Antimicrobial Resistance To Fuel Market
14.4.6 Rest Of Asia Pacific
14.5 Latin America
14.5.1 Brazil
14.5.1.1 Need For Manufacturers To Comply With Anvisa’s Rules To Drive Demand
14.5.2 Mexico
14.5.2.1 Expanding Microbiology Testing Capacity Through Trade And Food Safety Enforcement To Drive Market
14.5.3 Rest Of Latin America
14.6 Middle East & Africa
15 Competitive Landscape
15.1 Overview
15.2 Key Player Strategies/Right To Win, 2022–2025
15.3 Revenue Analysis, 2022–2024
15.4 Market Share Analysis, 2025
15.5 Company Evaluation Matrix: Key Players, 2025
15.5.1 Stars
15.5.2 Emerging Leaders
15.5.3 Pervasive Players
15.5.4 Participants
15.5.5 Company Footprint: Key Players, 2025
15.5.5.1 Company Footprint
15.5.5.2 Regional Footprint
15.5.5.3 Product Footprint
15.5.5.4 Technology Footprint
15.5.5.5 End User Footprint
15.6 Company Evaluation Matrix: Startups/Smes, 2025
15.6.1 Progressive Companies
15.6.2 Responsive Companies
15.6.3 Dynamic Companies
15.6.4 Starting Blocks
15.6.5 Competitive Benchmarking: Startups/Smes, 2025
15.6.5.1 List Of Startups/Smes
15.6.5.2 Competitive Benchmarking Of Startups/Smes
15.6.5.2.1 Competitive Benchmarking Of Startups/Smes (1/2)
15.6.5.2.2 Competitive Benchmarking Of Startups/Smes (2/2)
15.7 Company Valuation And Financial Metrics
15.8 Brand/Product Comparison
15.9 Competitive Scenario
15.9.1 Product Launches And Approvals
15.9.2 Deals
15.9.3 Expansions
16 Company Profiles
16.1 Key Players
16.1.1 Biomérieux
16.1.1.1 Business Overview
16.1.1.2 Products Offered
16.1.1.3 Recent Developments
16.1.1.3.1 Product Launches And Approvals
16.1.1.3.2 Deals
16.1.1.4 Mnm View
16.1.1.4.1 Right To Win
16.1.1.4.2 Strategic Choices
16.1.1.4.3 Weaknesses And Competitive Threats
16.1.2 Thermo Fisher Scientific Inc.
16.1.2.1 Business Overview
16.1.2.2 Products Offered
16.1.2.3 Recent Developments
16.1.2.3.1 Product Launches & Approvals
16.1.2.4 Mnm View
16.1.2.4.1 Right To Win
16.1.2.4.2 Strategic Choices
16.1.2.4.3 Weaknesses And Competitive Threats
16.1.3 Merck Kgaa
16.1.3.1 Business Overview
16.1.3.2 Products/Services Offered
16.1.3.3 Recent Developments
16.1.3.3.1 Product Launches
16.1.3.3.2 Deals
16.1.3.3.3 Expansions
16.1.3.4 Mnm View
16.1.3.4.1 Right To Win
16.1.3.4.2 Strategic Choices
16.1.3.4.3 Weaknesses And Competitive Threats
16.1.4 Becton, Dickinson And Company (Bd)
16.1.4.1 Business Overview
16.1.4.2 Products Offered
16.1.4.3 Recent Developments
16.1.4.3.1 Expansions
16.1.4.4 Mnm View
16.1.4.4.1 Right To Win
16.1.4.4.2 Strategic Choices
16.1.4.4.3 Weaknesses And Competitive Threats
16.1.5 Neogen Corporation
16.1.5.1 Business Overview
16.1.5.2 Products/Services Offered
16.1.5.3 Recent Developments
16.1.5.3.1 Product/Service Launches And Approvals
16.1.5.3.2 Deals
16.1.5.4 Mnm View
16.1.5.4.1 Right To Win
16.1.5.4.2 Strategic Choices
16.1.5.4.3 Weaknesses And Competitive Threats
16.1.6 Qiagen
16.1.6.1 Business Overview
16.1.6.2 Products Offered
16.1.6.3 Recent Developments
16.1.6.3.1 Product Launches
16.1.7 Bio-rad Laboratories, Inc.
16.1.7.1 Business Overview
16.1.7.2 Products/Services Offered
16.1.7.3 Recent Developments
16.1.7.3.1 Product Launches
16.1.8 Bruker
16.1.8.1 Business Overview
16.1.8.2 Products/Services Offered
16.1.8.3 Recent Developments
16.1.8.3.1 Deals
16.1.9 Shimadzu Corporation
16.1.9.1 Business Overview
16.1.9.2 Products/Services Offered
16.1.9.3 Recent Developments
16.1.9.3.1 Product/Service Launches And Approvals
16.1.9.3.2 Expansions
16.1.10 Charles River Laboratories
16.1.10.1 Business Overview
16.1.10.2 Products/Services Offered
16.1.10.3 Recent Developments
16.1.10.3.1 Product/Service Launches And Approvals
16.1.11 Eurofins Scientific
16.1.11.1 Business Overview
16.1.11.2 Products/Services Offered
16.1.11.3 Recent Developments
16.1.11.3.1 Deals
16.1.12 Idexx
16.1.12.1 Business Overview
16.1.12.2 Products/Services Offered
16.1.12.3 Recent Developments
16.1.12.3.1 Product/Service Launches And Approvals
16.2 Other Players
16.2.1 Hardy Diagnostics
16.2.2 Charm Sciences
16.2.3 Microbiologics
16.2.4 Liofilchem S.R.L.
16.2.5 R-biopharm
16.2.6 Romer Labs Division Holding
16.2.7 Hygiena Llc
16.2.8 Himedia Laboratories
16.2.9 Condalab
16.2.10 E&O Laboratories Ltd
16.2.11 Mast Group Ltd.
16.2.12 Medical Wire & Equipment
16.2.13 Hach
17 Research Methodology
17.1 Research Data
17.2 Research Approach
17.2.1 Secondary Data
17.2.1.1 Key Secondary Sources
17.2.1.2 Key Data From Secondary Sources
17.2.2 Primary Data
17.2.2.1 Primary Sources
17.2.2.2 Key Data From Primary Sources
17.2.2.3 Key Industry Insights
17.2.2.4 Breakdown Of Primary Interviews
17.3 Market Size Estimation
17.3.1 Bottom-up Approach
17.3.1.1 Approach 1: Company Revenue Estimation Approach
17.3.1.2 Approach 2: Presentations Of Companies And Primary Interviews
17.3.1.3 Growth Forecast
17.3.1.4 Cagr Projections
17.3.2 Top-down Approach
17.4 Data Triangulation
17.5 Market Share Assessment
17.6 Research Assumptions
17.6.1 Parametric Assumptions
17.7 Research Limitations
17.8 Risk Assessment
18 Appendix
18.1 Discussion Guide
18.2 Knowledgestore: Marketsandmarkets’ Subscription Portal
18.3 Customization Options
18.4 Related Reports
18.5 Author Details

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