IUI

Intrauterine Insemination (IUI)

Complete patient guide — what it is, who it's for, the process, costs, and which countries offer it.

Overview

IUI — also called artificial insemination — involves placing washed, concentrated sperm directly into the uterus around the time of ovulation. It is significantly less invasive and less expensive than IVF, but also less successful per cycle.

Most patients try 3-6 IUI cycles before moving to IVF. Donor sperm IUI is a common family-building path for single women and same-sex female couples.