30/10/2026
IUI is a fertility treatment in which specially prepared s***m is placed directly into the uterus around the time of ovulation to increase the chance of fertilization.
Here's how the process typically works:
🩺 1. Initial Evaluation
Your doctor assesses both partners and determines whether IUI is an appropriate treatment option.
💊 2. Ovulation Monitoring
Natural or medication-induced ovulation is monitored using ultrasound scans and, in some cases, blood tests.
💉 3. Trigger Injection (if advised)
A trigger injection may be given to help time ovulation accurately.
🧪 4. Semen Collection & Preparation
A semen sample is collected and processed in the laboratory to select the most motile s***m.
❤️ 5. IUI Procedure
Using a thin, soft catheter, the prepared s***m is gently placed into the uterus. The procedure is usually quick and does not require anesthesia.
🏡 6. After the Procedure
Most women can return to their normal daily activities shortly after IUI.
⏳ 7. Pregnancy Test
A pregnancy test is usually advised about 2 weeks after the procedure, as recommended by your fertility specialist.
💡 Success rates vary and depend on factors such as age, the underlying cause of infertility, s***m quality, ovulation, and individual circumstances. Your fertility specialist will discuss whether IUI is the most suitable option for you.