IDEXX

What IDEXX does

IDEXX Laboratories, Inc. is a global veterinary diagnostics, software, and reference laboratory company headquartered in Westbrook, Maine, and publicly traded on NASDAQ under the ticker IDXX. Founded in 1983, the company serves companion animal clinics, livestock and dairy producers, water utilities, equine practices, and pharmaceutical and research clients across roughly 25 countries in North America, Europe, Asia-Pacific, Latin America, and Africa, with wholly-owned subsidiaries, regional distribution centers, and reference laboratories supporting each market.

Its core technology stack centers on point-of-care analyzers (Catalyst One/Dx biochemistry, ProCyte Dx/One and LaserCyte Dx hematology, SediVue Dx urinalysis, VetStat blood gas, SNAP Pro and SNAPshot Dx immunoassay readers, Coag Dx coagulation) connected through the IDEXX VetLab Station laboratory information management system and the VetConnect PLUS cloud platform. Underlying proprietary technologies include SNAP enzyme-linked immunoassay, the SDMA kidney biomarker recognized by International Renal Interest Society guidelines, dry slide chemistry tolerant of compromised samples, and laser flow cytometry for hematology. The portfolio is complemented by SNAP rapid ELISA tests, practice management software (Cornerstone, ezyVet, Neo, Vello), digital radiography (ImageVue DR30, DR50 PLUS), Web PACS, telemedicine consulting, digital cytology, and oncology diagnostics.

IDEXX operates a classic razor-and-blade model: analyzers are placed with clinics and drive recurring revenue from proprietary consumables, test kits, and service contracts such as IDEXXCare Plus and SmartService Solutions. Reference laboratory services and subscription software (Cornerstone, ezyVet, Neo, Vello, VetConnect PLUS) add additional recurring streams. Go-to-market relies on direct field sales forces in major markets, phone-based inside sales, a global distributor network (notably across Canada), an e-commerce portal, and the IDEXX Learning Center as a top-of-funnel education channel. Complementary revenue lines serve livestock pregnancy and PCR testing, water microbiology, dairy antibiotic-residue screening, equine disease testing, and preclinical research through IDEXX BioAnalytics.

Name

IDEXX

Legal name

IDEXX Laboratories, Inc.

Website

https://idexx.com.br

Company type

Public

Founded year

1983

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

5,001–10,000 employees

Short description

IDEXX Laboratories is a global veterinary diagnostics and software company that provides point-of-care analyzers, SNAP rapid tests, reference laboratory services, and practice management software to companion animal clinics, livestock, dairy, water, equine, and research customers in 25+ countries.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Veterinary Diagnostics

NAICS

Veterinary Services (54194), Medical Laboratories (621511)

SIC

Services-Medical Laboratories (8071), In Vitro & In Vivo Diagnostic Substances (2835)

akta.pro primary industry

Veterinary Diagnostic Laboratories & Pathology (AFAEANAF)

akta.pro secondary industries

Veterinary EMR/EHR & Clinical Workflow (HLAMAMAB), Veterinary Analytics, Reporting & Business Intelligence (HLAMAMAH), Reference Laboratory Testing (Clinical Pathology & Chemistry) (HLAMADAA)

Keywords

• Veterinary diagnostics
• Diagnostic analyzers
• Practice management software
• Veterinary reference laboratories
• Water microbiology testing

Headquarters

HQ city

São Paulo

HQ country

Brazil

HQ region

Latin America

Offices45 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

Operations, Personnel, Technology or R&D, Marketing or Sales, Supply Chain, Infrastructure

Revenue model

1. Veterinary Diagnostics - In-Clinic Analyzers: Sale and service of point-of-care diagnostic analyzers (Catalyst One/Dx, ProCyte One/Dx, LaserCyte Dx, SNAPshot Dx, VetStat) to veterinary clinics. Revenue comes from instrument sales, consumables (test slides, cassettes, reagents), and service contracts (IDEXXCare Plus).
2. Reference Laboratory Services: Central reference laboratory testing services that complement in-clinic diagnostics. Veterinarians send samples to IDEXX reference laboratories for specialized tests.
3. Veterinary Practice Management Software: Software products including Cornerstone, ezyVet, Neo, Vello, VetConnect PLUS, and Pet Health Network Pro for veterinary practice management and clinical decision support.
4. SNAP Rapid Diagnostic Tests: Single-use rapid diagnostic test kits for various diseases including 4Dx Plus, FIV/FeLV Combo, Heartworm RT, Feline proBNP, cPL, fPL, and others. Sold in packs to veterinary clinics.
5. Livestock and Dairy Testing: Diagnostic tests and solutions for livestock (ruminants, swine, poultry), equine health, and dairy testing including pregnancy Alertys tests and RealPCR molecular diagnostics.
6. Water Testing Solutions: Water microbiology testing products including Coliforms/E.coli, Enterococci, Legionella pneumophila (Legiolert), Cryptosporidium/Giardia detection, and IDEXX Tecta automated microbiology system.
7. IDEXX BioAnalytics: Comprehensive testing and consulting services for preclinical studies, veterinary clinical trials, biological testing, and animal health monitoring for research and pharmaceutical clients.
8. OPTI Medical Systems: Blood gas, electrolyte, and metabolites analyzer modules and consumables for IDEXX in-clinic analyzers.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels5 records

Marketing channels8 records

Core offering

IDEXX develops, manufactures, and sells veterinary diagnostic instruments (in-clinic chemistry, hematology, urinalysis, blood gas, and coagulation analyzers), SNAP rapid ELISA test kits, and reference laboratory testing services for companion animals, livestock, and equine. The company also provides cloud-based practice management software (Cornerstone, ezyVet, Neo, Vello), water microbiology testing products, livestock pregnancy and molecular diagnostics, and preclinical research services through IDEXX BioAnalytics.

Product overview

IDEXX is a global leader in pet healthcare innovation offering an integrated veterinary diagnostic portfolio. The core product ecosystem centers on in-house analyzers including the Catalyst One and Catalyst Dx biochemical analyzers, ProCyte Dx and ProCyte One hematology analyzers, LaserCyte Dx laser-based hematology system, SediVue Dx urine sediment analyzer, SNAP Pro and SNAPshot Dx immunoassay readers, VetStat blood gas analyzer, and the IDEXX VetLab Station laboratory information management system connecting all instruments. The SNAP test family provides point-of-care ELISA testing for heartworm, vector-borne diseases (SNAP 4Dx Plus), FIV/FeLV (SNAP FIV/FeLV Combo), pancreatitis (SNAP cPL/fPL), cardiac biomarkers (SNAP Feline proBNP), and Leishmania. Catalyst biochemistry panels include SDMA kidney function testing, Total T4 thyroid assessment, Bile Acids liver function, Progesterone, Phenobarbital, CRP inflammation, UPC kidney ratio, and Fructosamine. The software portfolio includes VetConnect PLUS cloud platform, practice management systems (Cornerstone, ezyVet, Neo, Vello), Decision IQ AI diagnostic support, and Pet Health Network Pro client engagement. Diagnostic imaging offerings include ImageVue DR30/DR50 PLUS digital radiography and Web PACS. IDEXX serves livestock/poultry producers with Alertys pregnancy tests and RealPCR molecular diagnostics, water testing customers with IDEXX Tecta and Colilert systems, and research clients through IDEXX BioAnalytics. OPTI Medical supplies consumables for blood gas and electrolyte analyzers.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Catalyst One Point-of-care biochemical analyzer providing comprehensive chemistry panels including SDMA kidney function testing during the patient visit, targeted at small animal veterinary clinics.
• Catalyst Dx Biochemical analyzer with pre-loaded CLIP configurations for running multiple samples and automated workflow integration via IDEXX VetLab Station, targeted at higher-volume veterinary reference labs and clinics.
• ProCyte Dx Advanced hematology analyzer using laser flow cytometry, optical fluorescence, and laminar flow impedance to deliver a 5-part differential CBC in approximately 2 minutes for veterinary clinics.
• ProCyte One Hematology analyzer providing reliable complete blood count results with simplified operation for general veterinary practices.
• LaserCyte Dx Laser-based hematology analyzer delivering real-time CBC results using flow cytometry technology with 24 blood parameters for veterinary practices.
• SediVue Dx Automated urine sediment analyzer providing rapid urinalysis results with digital imaging and algorithmic analysis for veterinary clinics.
• SNAP Pro Automated SNAP test analyzer that reads and interprets multiple SNAP ELISA tests with automatic activation and result recording for veterinary clinics.
• SNAPshot Dx SNAP test reader analyzer providing automated detection of multiple diseases including heartworm, FIV/FeLV, and pancreatitis using IDEXX's proprietary SNAP immunoassay technology.
• VetStat Portable blood gas and electrolyte analyzer providing rapid results in approximately 2 minutes for electrolytes, blood gases, pH, and ionized calcium using single-use cassettes.
• Coag Dx Coagulation analyzer for point-of-care clotting factor testing in veterinary patients.
• ImageVue DR50 PLUS Advanced digital radiography system for veterinary practices offering enhanced image quality and improved workflow integration.
• ImageVue DR30 Digital radiography system providing high-quality diagnostic imaging at point-of-care for veterinary practices.
• Web PACS Web-based picture archiving and communication system for storing, viewing, and sharing veterinary diagnostic images across practices.
• IDEXX VetLab Station Laboratory information management system connecting all IDEXX in-house analyzers for unified workflow management, bidirectional data integration with practice software, and real-time result viewing.
• VetConnect PLUS Cloud-based platform providing real-time access to diagnostic results, historical patient data, and trend analysis from any location with bidirectional integration to practice management software.
• Cornerstone Veterinary practice management software acquired by IDEXX for clinic operations, patient records, and workflow management.
• ezyVet Cloud-based practice management software for veterinary clinics, integrated with IDEXX diagnostic platforms.
• Neo Cloud-based practice management software solution for veterinary practices, part of IDEXX's software portfolio.
• Vello Veterinary practice management software offering cloud-based clinic management and patient record capabilities.
• Pet Health Network Pro Client engagement platform for veterinary practices to communicate with pet owners and share patient health information.
• xChekPlus Software Laboratory information management software for livestock operations enabling test tracking, result management, and herd health analytics.
• Telemedicine Consultants Specialist consultation service connecting veterinarians with IDEXX specialists for expert case review and diagnostic support.
• IDEXX Reference Laboratories Network of reference laboratories providing comprehensive veterinary diagnostic testing including pathology, specialized tests, and second-opinion consultations for veterinary clinics.
• IDEXX Learning Center Online education platform offering RACE-accredited courses, webinars, and training resources for veterinary professionals on IDEXX products and diagnostics.
• SmartService Solutions Proactive remote monitoring and support service for IDEXX in-house analyzers enabling automatic software updates and predictive maintenance on internet-connected instruments.
• IDEXXCare Plus Comprehensive support program for IDEXX analyzers including on-site installation, preventive maintenance, hardware updates, priority service, and analyzer replacement when needed.
• IDEXX BioAnalytics Comprehensive preclinical and non-clinical laboratory services including animal health monitoring, pathology, veterinary clinical trials, and biological testing for research studies and pharmaceutical clients.
• IDEXX Tecta Automated water microbiology testing system providing real-time detection of microbial contamination in water samples for water utilities and environmental laboratories.
• Legiolert Ready-to-use test for rapid detection of Legionella pneumophila in water samples, providing quantitative results within 7 days.
• Alertys Pregnancy Tests Bovine and ruminant pregnancy detection tests using milk or blood samples for herd management and reproductive efficiency.
• RealPCR Testing Molecular PCR testing platform for livestock diagnostics across ruminants, swine, and poultry for accurate pathogen detection.
• OPTI Medical Systems Blood gas, electrolyte, and metabolite analyzer modules and consumables for IDEXX in-house analyzers.

Quantifiable outcome

• SDMA testing detects kidney disease at 25-40% loss of function vs 75% for creatinine, enabling earlier intervention
• +5 more outcomes

Segments6 records

Ideal customer profiles6 records

Technology focussed Yes

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration6 records

AI capability3 records

Feature9 records

Partnerships

One partnership is on record.

• Canadian Distributors NetworkcoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorIDEXX maintains a network of distributors across Canada including locations in Calgary (Alberta), Edmonton (Alberta), Delta (British Columbia), Lachine (Quebec), and Markham (Ontario). These distributors facilitate sales and distribution of IDEXX veterinary diagnostic products throughout Canada.

Scale indicators2 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Broad incumbents

• Elanco Animal Health: Elanco is a large diversified animal health company with a diagnostics and monitoring segment. While its core is therapeutics, its broader portfolio competes for shelf space and budget inside veterinary practices alongside IDEXX.
• Vetoquinol: Vetoquinol is a global animal health company with companion animal and livestock product lines including some diagnostic offerings. It is comparable to IDEXX as a broader animal health incumbent with selective overlap in diagnostics.
• Virbac: Virbac is a global animal health company offering pharmaceuticals, vaccines, and diagnostics for companion and production animals. Its diagnostics line is a smaller piece of a broader portfolio, but it overlaps with IDEXX in veterinary clinics.

Others

• Eurofins Scientific: Eurofins operates a global network of food, environmental, and clinical testing laboratories, including veterinary-adjacent work. Its water testing and agricultural diagnostics capabilities overlap with IDEXX Water and BioAnalytics as ecosystem participants in laboratory testing.
• Bio-Rad Laboratories: Bio-Rad manufactures clinical diagnostics instruments, immunoassays, and quality controls used in both human and veterinary laboratories. Comparable to IDEXX as an instrumentation and reagent vendor serving diagnostic laboratories, though its focus is broader than veterinary.
• Thermo Fisher Scientific: Thermo Fisher supplies laboratory analytical instruments, reagents, and diagnostics platforms used in veterinary and clinical labs. While not a direct competitor to IDEXX in-clinic analyzers, it is the leading infrastructure vendor whose instruments could substitute in higher-throughput settings.
• Charles River Laboratories: Charles River Laboratories provides preclinical and clinical research services including animal models and laboratory testing, comparable to IDEXX BioAnalytics' preclinical and veterinary clinical trial offerings. Both serve pharmaceutical and biotech research customers.

Direct peers

• Antech Diagnostics (Mars Petcare): Antech Diagnostics operates the largest North American veterinary reference laboratory network and, with the Heska acquisition, also sells in-clinic analyzers. It is IDEXX's primary direct competitor in reference lab services and increasingly in point-of-care diagnostics.
• Heska (Mars Petcare): Heska sold point-of-care chemistry, hematology, and immunoassay analyzers to veterinary clinics prior to its acquisition by Mars Petcare/Antech. Its product portfolio overlapped directly with IDEXX's Catalyst, ProCyte, and SNAP families, making it a close comparable.
• Zoetis: Zoetis is the largest global animal health company and the most direct competitor to IDEXX in companion animal diagnostics, with the Vetscan point-of-care analyzer line (acquired via Abaxis) and a growing reference lab footprint. It competes head-to-head with IDEXX Catalyst, ProCyte, and SNAP in veterinary clinics worldwide.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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Compliance1 record

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Number of profiles

Subsidiaries10 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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