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Intrauterine Insemination (IUI) in Houston

If you have been trying to conceive without success, or you are ready to grow your family as a single parent or same-sex couple, Intrauterine Insemination (IUI) is often the first step in fertility treatment. At Advanced Fertility Center of Texas (AFCT), we provide IUI with a personalized approach, ensuring every cycle is timed for the best chance of success.

FERTILITY TREATMENT

What Is IUI?

IUI is a simple, in-office fertility treatment where carefully prepared sperm is placed directly into the uterus during ovulation. This process increases the number of sperm reaching the egg, improving the chance of fertilization—especially when combined with ovulation induction medication like Clomid or Letrozole.

IUI TREATMENT OPTIONS

Who Can Benefit From IUI?

Discover if IUI is the right fertility treatment for you:

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IUI May Be a Great Option If You Have:

IUI can be an effective first-line treatment for various fertility challenges:

  • Unexplained infertility
  • Mild male factor infertility (low sperm count or motility)
  • Ovulation problems such as PCOS
  • Cervical factor infertility (sperm can't pass easily through the cervix)

IUI with Donor Sperm

We provide compassionate care and support for:

  • Single women choosing motherhood
  • Lesbian couples using donor sperm
  • Couples with severe male factor infertility
For those in need of donor sperm, we provide expert guidance in selecting a trusted sperm bank.

THE IUI JOURNEY

How Does the IUI Process Work?

A step-by-step guide to intrauterine insemination treatment

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Fertility Monitoring

We track ovulation through ultrasounds and hormone testing to pinpoint the best timing.

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Ovulation Induction (Optional)

Some patients take fertility medication like Clomid or Letrozole to improve egg release.

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Sperm Preparation

Sperm from your partner or donor is carefully "washed" in our IVF lab to select the healthiest, most motile sperm.

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Insemination

A soft, flexible catheter places sperm directly into the uterus. The procedure is quick, painless, and requires no anesthesia.

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Pregnancy Test

About two weeks later, a blood test will confirm if the cycle was successful.

SUCCESS FACTORS

IUI Success Rates

IUI success depends on age, sperm quality, and ovulation factors. On average:

  • Women under 35 have higher success per cycle
  • Ovulation medications can improve outcomes
  • After 3–4 unsuccessful cycles, IVF is typically recommended

During your consultation, we'll explain your personalized success rates based on your fertility testing.

TREATMENT OPTIONS

IUI vs. IVF: Which Is Right for Me?

IUI is less invasive and more affordable than IVF, making it a good starting point for many patients. However, IVF is more effective for:

  • Women over 35 years old
  • Severe male factor infertility
  • Fallopian tube blockages
  • Couples who've had multiple failed IUIs

Ready to Take the Next Step Toward Parenthood?

At Advanced Fertility Center of Texas, we make the IUI process simple, comfortable, and personalized for your unique needs. Whether you're trying for your first baby, growing your family, or exploring options with donor sperm, our team will guide you every step of the way — from your first consultation to your pregnancy test.
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Scientific Research

Luteinizing hormone–independent rise of progesterone as the physiological trigger of the ovulatory gonadotropins surge in the human

Fertility and Sterility
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Recipient outcomes in an oocyte donation programme: should very young donors be excluded?

RBMO Oocyte Donation Programme
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