Importance of Monitoring HIV Infection

HIV infection monitoring involves regular tests and assessments to track the progression of HIV in an individual and determine appropriate treatment strategies.
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Prepared by Shruti Sahoo, reviewed by Dr. Eugene Smith

HIV Infection Monitoring FAQ


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What is the HIV monitoring tool?

By systematically assessing these factors, healthcare professionals can gain a holistic understanding of the patient’s health status and make informed decisions regarding their HIV management and treatment. The HIV Monitoring Tool assists clinicians in identifying any potential issues or risks that may impact the patient’s HIV care.

What are the current national HIV Surveillance definitions?

Case definitions The current national HIV surveillance definitions are outlined below. Newly acquired HIV infection may be diagnosed in individuals aged 18 months or older at the time of blood sample collection. A diagnosis of newly acquired HIV infection excludes a diagnosis of HIV infection (unspecified).

What should be done if a patient has HIV?

Assessment of viral load, CD4 count and consideration of anti-retroviral therapy by the clinical team. Ensure referral to a HIV specialist service has been made.

HIV Infection Monitoring References

If you want to know more about HIV Infection Monitoring, consider exploring links below:

What Is HIV Infection Monitoring

  1. https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC3284091/
  2. https://www.who.int/publications-detail-redirect/9789240031593
  3. https://www.health.gov.au/sites/default/files/documents/2020/10/national-guidelines-for-managing-hiv-transmission-risk-behaviours.pdf
  4. https://www.uptodate.com/contents/patient-monitoring-during-hiv-antiretroviral-therapy
  5. https://www.aafp.org/pubs/afp/issues/2021/0401/p407.html
  6. https://apps.who.int/iris/bitstream/handle/10665/255776/WHO-HIV-2017.11-eng.pdf?sequence=1

HIV Infection Monitoring Information

  1. https://hivmanagement.ashm.org.au/
  2. https://ashm.org.au/resources/hiv-monitoring-tool/

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