IUI (Intrauterine Insemination)
Prepared sperm is placed directly into the uterus around ovulation to increase the chances of conception — a lower-cost first-line fertility treatment.
- Success rate
- 10–20%/cycle
- Avg cost (US)
- $500–$4,000/cycle
- Recovery
- 0 days
- US volume / yr
- ~250,000
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Couples with mild male-factor infertility, unexplained infertility, cervical issues, or single parents/same-sex couples using donor sperm.
Cycle monitoring with bloodwork and ultrasounds, optional ovulation-inducing medication, then a quick in-office insemination near ovulation.
No downtime. Normal activities immediately.
$500–$4,000 per cycle with meds; often less expensive than IVF but lower per-cycle success.
Questions to ask your doctor
- Is IUI a reasonable first step for my case?
- How many cycles before moving to IVF?
- What is your live-birth rate per IUI in my age group?
Frequently asked
Roughly 10–20% per cycle depending on age and diagnosis.
Most clinicians recommend 3–4 IUI cycles before considering IVF.
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General information only — not medical advice. Always consult a qualified clinician for your specific situation.