Intrauterine Insemination (IUI) Cycle

IUI is considered a low-intervention fertility treatment Connect IVF offers that is used as a first-line fertility approach. It can increase the chances of conceiving by placing sperm directly into the uterine cavity timed with expected ovulation. It is a safe and effective option for those who need a little extra assistance to conceive.

What is Intrauterine Insemination?

Intrauterine Insemination is the process of preparing a sperm sample in the laboratory for insertion directly into the uterine cavity by a thin catheter. As a whole treatment, the Intrauterine Insemination procedure is added on at the end the Ovulation Tracking or Ovulation Induction process, in timing with expected ovulation. This fertility treatment option helps the sperm reach the egg more easily by bypassing the cervix and reducing the time and distance the sperm would normally travel during intercourse. Ensuring that a good supply of motile sperm is available in the fallopian tube at time of ovulation increases your chance of egg and sperm meeting in the fertile window to allow for the chance of conception.

Who can benefit from Intrauterine Insemination:

  • An option for those with a mild male fertility factor affecting conception (such as a reduced sperm count or motility)
  • Those that have trouble with intercourse either through sexual difficulties (such as erectile dysfunction), scheduling difficulty, or geographical difficulty or a combination of multiple factors
  • A first-line option for those attempting pregnancy with the use of donor sperm (where no other fertility factors are apparent), mostly associated with same-sex partnerships or single women pursuing pregnancy
  • Those with patent fallopian tubes (unobstructed fallopian tubes that can allow passage of the ovulated egg to meet with sperm)
  • Those with only mild fertility factors affecting their chance of conception, or those that have no identified reason (unexplained fertility)

Ready to Explore Intrauterine Insemination?

Intrauterine Insemination is a trusted, effective fertility treatment that has helped many patients grow their families. Contact us today to learn more or to book your bulk billed consultation with our in-house Fertility GP (no referral required) or Fertility Specialist.

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Ovulation Tracking (OT)

Ovulation Tracking (OT) is a service Connect IVF offers to help you better understand your menstrual cycle and identify your most fertile window to optimise your chance of conceiving. Whether you’re just starting your fertility journey or have been trying for a while, Ovulation Tracking can increase your chances of achieving a pregnancy with natural intercourse.

Ovulation Induction (OI)

Ovulation Induction (OI) is a safe, effective fertility treatment Connect IVF offers designed to help those who are not ovulating regularly (or at all) to release an egg and improve their chances of conceiving. Whether you’re just starting your fertility journey or have been trying for a while, OI can increase your chances of achieving a pregnancy with natural intercourse.

In Vitro Fertilisation (IVF) Cycle

IVF is one of the most effective fertility treatments available. It involves inseminating eggs with sperm outside the body, then transferring the resulting embryo into the uterus to attempt conception. Connect IVF offers individualised evidence-based IVF care supported by gold-standard laboratory techniques and protocols.