IUI is a fertility treatment in which specially prepared, highly motile sperm are placed directly into the uterus at the time of ovulation.
Compared with IVF, it is less invasive and can be performed with or without fertility medications.
For many patients, IUI is a first-line option to try before moving on to more complex treatments.
IUI is a procedure where specially prepared, highly motile sperm are placed directly into a woman’s uterus at the time of ovulation.
It is a less invasive fertility treatment compared to IVF and can be performed with or without fertility drugs.
IUI is often a recommended option before considering more complex treatments.
IUI can be an effective path to parenthood for many individuals and couples, including those who are:
With decades of experience and thousands of fertility cycles completed, RSMC is one of San Diego’s leading centers for intrauterine insemination (IUI). Our team combines advanced lab protocols with calm, step-by-step guidance so the process feels clear and manageable.
Your fertility specialist may prescribe medication to stimulate your ovaries so one or more mature eggs develop. Ultrasounds and blood tests track your response so the IUI can be timed at your best window.
On the day of IUI, a sperm sample is prepared in our on-site lab. Washing the sperm isolates the healthiest, most active specimen to raise the odds of reaching and fertilizing the egg.
During your visit, the prepared sperm are gently placed into your uterus using a thin, flexible catheter. This non-surgical procedure usually takes only a few minutes, and most patients feel comfortable returning to normal activities soon after.
After the insemination, you can resume your regular day while the two-week wait begins. Later on, a pregnancy test is used to check the result and guide your next steps with your care team.
When you partner with RSMC, you’re choosing a team committed to providing the right care at the right time. Our integrated “One-Stop Service Model” ensures that your journey, whether it begins with IUI or transitions to other treatments, is streamlined and fully supported.
You have access to our world-class doctors and embryologists with over 150 years of combined experience, ensuring expert-backed guidance from a trusted team.
We believe in a tailored approach, which is why we provide a personalized plan of care based on a comprehensive fertility evaluation and an in-depth conversation with a fertility specialist.
We offer transparent costs and financial consultations to provide you with peace of mind. We will also help you explore your insurance coverage and financing options.
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The day after hatching, the embryo is transferred to the uterus where it will hopefully implant and result in a successful pregnancy.
The embryo is held with a specialized holding pipette. A very delicate, hollow needle is used to expel the acidic solution against the outer “shell” (zona pellucida) of the embryo. The acidic solution creates a small hole in the shell.
Once ovulation occurs, the washed and selected sperm will be inserted using a thin catheter (tube) through your cervix and into the uterus. If ovulation doesn’t occur, you may be administered an HCG shot. Once the shot is administered, the insemination process will continue within 24 to 40 hours.
IUI typically takes place during a natural ovulation cycle without the use of fertility drugs. The procedure is done between day 12 and 16 of a woman’s menstrual cycle. In certain situations, fertility drugs may be used to help stimulate your ovaries and develop multiple mature eggs for fertilization. If needed, fertility drugs are typically administered at the beginning of a menstrual cycle.
Upon your arrival, you will check in with a Patient Care Coordinator.
