IUI in Chennai

1. Initial Evaluation (Diagnosis Phase)

Before starting IUI, a thorough diagnostic workup is essential:

• Medical & Fertility History: Review health histories, reproductive efforts, and prior fertility treatments 

• Hormone Tests: FSH, estradiol, LH, AMH for ovarian reserve; TSH, prolactin for overall hormone health.

• Ultrasound: Pelvic scan to assess uterine and ovarian structure, follicle count 

• Tubal Patency Test: Hysterosalpingogram (HSG) or saline sonogram to confirm open fallopian tubes 

• Semen Analysis: Measures sperm count, motility, morphology per WHO standards If initial results are suboptimal, typically two more tests are done to confirm.

• Additional Tests: Influenced by findings—e.g., sperm DNA fragmentation, clotting profiles—for couples with unexplained infertility 

This evaluation verifies that you’re a suitable candidate for IUI and guides the treatment plan.

2. Ovulation Monitoring & Stimulation

Proper timing is critical for IUI success:

• Natural-cycle IUI: Uses your natural ovulation.

• Medicated‑cycle IUI: Clomiphene or Letrozole for oral stimulation, or injectable gonadotropins (FSH, LH), as needed 

• Monitoring: Repeated ultrasounds and blood hormone tests track follicle growth, endometrial lining, and estrogen levels 

• Ovulation Trigger: Administered (usually hCG) when follicles mature, with insemination scheduled 24–36 hours later 

3. Sperm Preparation

On IUI day:

• Sample Collection: Partner provides semen or donor sperm is thawed.

• Sperm “washing”: Removes debris and concentrates motile sperm for higher fertilization potential

The IUI Procedure

• Done in-clinic under ultrasound guidance.

• Procedure steps:

  • Lie in stirrups; small speculum inserted.

  • A soft catheter guides processed sperm through the cervix into the uterus 

• The entire process takes ~5–15 minutes and is minimally discomforting (mild cramping) 

• A brief rest afterward (lie flat for a few minutes), then normal activity resumes.

 Post‑Procedure & Follow‑Up

• You may experience slight spotting or cramping; infection risk is low 

• 2‑Week Wait: After ~14 days, a blood or urine pregnancy test is done 

• Next Steps:

  • If positive → proceed with early pregnancy monitoring.

  • If negative → your doctor may plan additional IUI cycles (usually up to 3–6) or consider IVF for persistent cases or specific conditions