Table 2 Combination intervention strategy interventions compared to standard of care
Intervention | Standard of care | CIS (CIS, CIS + FI) | Barriers targeted by interventions |
|---|---|---|---|
CD4 testing | CD4 (Cyflow, FACS Caliber/Count, POC CD4) at HIV care site laboratory if linkage completed. | POC CD4 assays at HIV testing points. | Structural |
Turnaround time: 1–4 weeks. | Turnaround time: immediate. | ||
Accelerated ART initiation | Within 1–2 months from linkage. | Accelerated ART initiation within 1 week from testing. | Biomedical |
2-3 counseling sessions, all in HIV care. | 2 counseling sessions, one in HCT immediately following POC CD4 test and one in HIV care. | ||
Baseline laboratory tests results obtained prior to initiation. | Draw blood for baseline laboratory tests, and initiate prior to results. | ||
Cellular appointment reminders | None. | SMS appointment reminders for all participants. | Behavioral |
Non-cash financial incentives | None. | Pre-paid cellular air time cards. | Structural |