Factors such as developments in molecular imaging technologies, growing consumer interest for non-invasive small-animal imaging approaches, and growing R&D investments to support preclinical research are slated to propel market growth. Preclinical micro-ultrasound technologies are being investigated for developmental genetics, cancer , and cardiovascular disease. The new advances in high-frequency ultrasonic imaging are still being established with respect to the future. The use of multiple imaging modalities for preclinical trials will help researchers understand the biological, genetic, and physiological changes in living animals and forecast the outcome of experimental therapies in patients.