HIV PrEP Tools

Functionality & Mechanism

Developed by the University of Washington IDEA Program, HIV PrEP Tools is an interactive clinical reference application based on U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) guidelines. The system delivers real-time decision support directly within the clinical workflow. Its interface facilitates patient risk assessment, guides the selection of appropriate medication regimens—including oral and long-acting injectable options—and structures protocols for ordering requisite laboratory tests. The tools are designed for rapid point-of-care use.

Evidence & Research Context

• The tool's algorithms and content are explicitly based on the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) clinical practice guidelines for HIV preexposure prophylaxis.
• A clinical toolkit developed by the Providence/Boston Center for AIDS Research recommends the app for point-of-care decision support when prescribing PrEP to adolescents and young adults.
• The associated research highlights the app's utility for guiding patient risk assessment, selecting appropriate PrEP medication regimens, and structuring laboratory test ordering.

Intended Use & Scope

This application is designed for clinicians, including primary care providers, as a point-of-care decision support tool for prescribing HIV PrEP. Its primary utility is to facilitate guideline-adherent risk assessment and medication management. The tool is not a substitute for independent clinical judgment or comprehensive patient consultation, which remain essential for care.