optidx

UNDER-funded and inefficient diagnostic networks limit access to quality healthcare.

In low- and middle-income countries, basic diagnostic capacity is available in just 1% of primary care clinics and 14% of hospitals. Decision-makers struggle to expand access to these networks while improving efficiency and managing costs.

OptiDx is a web-based, open-access tool to conduct diagnostic network optimization (DNO) and route optimization analysis, for any disease. It enables countries to design diagnostic networks that align with national health goals and supports efforts towards universal health coverage.

about DNO (PDF)

Optidx explained in video

enabling data-driven decisions for best network design

OptiDx uses national data to create a baseline network, or a digital model of the country’s current diagnostic network. It helps create various scenarios or alternative network designs, and compares them to identify a “best-fit” approach that can improve access, equity and cost-efficiency.

MAP NETWORKS

by reviewing the national or regional diagnostic network structure and performance, and identifying gaps and areas for improvement

OPTIMIZE NETWORKS

by exploring various scenarios and suggesting best-fit solutions tailored to local contexts and priorities

OPTIMIZE ROUTES

by recommending the optimal frequency, mode and route for transporting samples from health facilities to laboratories

ENABLE COUNTRIES

to achieve data-driven strategic planning and investments, through advanced network analytics that are

  • led by ministries of health in coordination with partners and easily updated as needed
  • backed by advanced technology, a standardized package of resource for quality practice and appropriate data security

OptiDx helps

  • weigh possible strategies and recommend solutions based on local contexts to strengthen diagnostic networks and expand access to testing
  • compare costs and outputs to shape investments for diagnostics systems strengthening
  • inform evidence-based strategic national plans and guidelines
  • evaluate the integration of new tests on existing devices
  • plan procurement or placement of new devices or the procurement of assays
  • guide funding requests

About OptiDx

A network analytics tool designed for diagnostic networks in low- and middle-income countries
User-friendly, requiring minimal prior experience in network optimization
Highly visual with many pre-populated graphs and charts that can be generated in a click
Enables users to model the impact of simultaneous change in multiple parameters on network design and performance
OptiDx screenshot – visualization of testing capacity and utilization

Core partners

Guided by the belief that every life has equal value, the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation works to help all people lead healthy, productive lives.

Coupa empowers companies around the world with the visibility and control they need to spend smarter and safer.

FIND, the global alliance for diagnostics, seeks to ensure equitable access to reliable diagnosis around the world.

The Office of the U.S. Global AIDS Coordinator and Global Health Diplomacy leads, manages, and oversees the U.S. President’s Emergency Plan for AIDS Relief (PEPFAR).

USAID leads international development and humanitarian efforts to save lives, reduce poverty, strengthen democratic governance and help people progress beyond assistance.

Country partners include the Ministries of Health of Bangladesh, Burkina Faso, Kenya, Viet Nam (National TB programme), and Zambia, as well as their partner organizations, Centre for Infectious Disease Research in Zambia, IRD International (Bangladesh) and Davycas (Burkina Faso).