Artificial Insemination

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Artificial insemination achieved widespread popularity as an infertility treatment in the 1970s. Intracervical insemination (ICI), the original technique used for artificial insemination (AI), is fairly uncomplicated in nature. The most common AI technique used today, intrauterine insemination (IUI), offers certain advantages over ICI. Below you will find information on artificial insemination, including the benefits and cost of artificial insemination and an explanation of the different artificial insemination procedures performed.

What is Artificial Insemination?

Artificial insemination, or AI, is a fertilization procedure in which sperm is artificially placed into a woman’s cervix (intracervical insemination) or uterus (intrauterine insemination). During artificial insemination treatment, the woman’s menstrual cycle is closely monitored using ovarian kits, ultrasounds, and blood tests. The semen to be implanted is “washed” in a laboratory, which increases the chances of fertilization while removing unnecessary, potentially harmful chemicals. The semen is inserted into the woman, and if the procedure is successful, she conceives.

Success rates for artificial insemination vary based on the type of fertility problem being treated and the age of the patient. Most women who choose artificial insemination have a 5 to 25 percent chance of becoming pregnant with each menstrual cycle. These chances increase if you take fertility drugs in conjunction with the procedure.

Artificial Insemination Procedures

Artificial insemination procedures are advanced forms of fertility treatment that involve the use of a thin, flexible tube to precisely place donor sperm into a woman's reproductive tract. Before the procedure, the sperm to be used is washed and concentrated to increase the likelihood of a conception. Below is a brief overview of the two main types of artificial insemination, intrauterine insemination (IUI) and intracervical insemination (ICI), both of which can be performed by a reproductive specialist at your local fertility clinic. Please use the links provided for a more comprehensive examination of artificial insemination procedures or to learn about in vitro fertilization (IVF).

Intracervical Insemination (ICI)

Intracervical insemination, or ICI, is one of the most commonly performed types of artificial insemination. ICI is a relatively quick and usually painless procedure that deposits donor sperm directly into the cervix, dramatically increasing the chances that the sperm will make its way through the uterus and fallopian tubes, where it can fertilize the egg. Typically less costly than intrauterine insemination (see below), the ICI procedure produces high success rates. To help you learn more about this method of artificial insemination, DocShop has provided additional information on intracervical insemination.

Intrauterine Insemination (IUI)

Intrauterine insemination, or IUI, is the most commonly performed method of artificial insemination by husband (AIH). Often simpler and less expensive than in vitro fertilization (IVF), intrauterine insemination is an effective treatment for some forms of infertility. When combined with ovarian stimulation, IUI – which places sperm in the fallopian tubes – produces high fertilization success rates. As a form of artificial insemination, IUI is good for couples with unidentifiable sources of infertility as well as for couples in which the man has some sperm deficiencies or the woman has cervical mucus problems. DocShop has provided additional information to help you learn more about intrauterine insemination.

Artificial Insemination Using Donor Sperm

Married women can choose to be inseminated with their husbands' sperm (provided the sperm is viable) or with the sperm of a donor from a sperm bank, a process called artificial insemination by donor (AID). A married woman may use a sperm donation if artificial insemination by husband (AIH) is not an option due to male factor infertility; a single woman may elect AID in order to have a baby by herself.

Artificial insemination using donor sperm may also be a solution to patients who cannot afford more advanced treatment such as intracytoplasmic sperm injection (ICSI) or for couples whose male partner could transfer genetic disorders to the embryo. Using a screened donor’s sperm eliminates this danger.

Benefits of Artificial Insemination

Artificial insemination is a revolutionary fertility procedure with numerous benefits. The AI technique creates an avenue to pregnancy for couples faced with male infertility or female infertility. Further, AI by donor allows sperm to be tested and screened prior to insemination, reducing the likelihood of passing a genetic disorder on to the child. Another benefit of artificial insemination is that it allows same-sex couples to conceive a child. A fertility specialist in your area will be able to provide you with additional information on the benefits of artificial insemination.

Cost of Artificial Insemination

Artificial insemination procedures tend to be costly due in part to the expertise required to perform them. In addition, most clinics that offer AI are self-funding and operate on a commercial basis. Generally, the cost of artificial insemination includes:

  • The cost of investigation and diagnosis
  • The cost of drug therapy
  • The cost of the AI procedure (the intracervical insemination procedure is typically less expensive than the intrauterine artificial insemination procedure)
  • The cost of the hospital stay

Other charges may apply; be sure to talk with your fertility specialist about the total cost of artificial insemination. Also ask your physician about any infertility treatment financing options that may be available. Financing can make the cost of your treatment affordable.

Locate Artificial Insemination Clinics in Your Area

DocShop is a one-of-a-kind online resource that can help you locate a qualified artificial insemination specialist in your area. DocShop provides you with a direct connection to highly regarded medical professionals and can direct you to their practice websites. If you would like to learn more about the cost or benefits of artificial insemination, or if you would like to arrange a consultation with a fertility specialist, DocShop will make it easy for you. Find an artificial insemination specialist in your area today.

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1

some people are ignorant. I am in a lesbian relationship and my spouse and I are going to have children. Do you really think we care about how you feel about us having a child, NO. No one can judge us but God and to be honest we are both very successful women and I'm sure our kids are going to be raised just as well if not better than if they were in a heterosexual household. So ladies just do your research and decide what procedure will best fit you and your spouse.

ERB
11 months ago

2

Adopt!! Lots of unwanted kids that want a place to call home. Enough humans in this world. Empty the foster cares and orphanages before making more kids. Have a heart for those who are homeless and need love. We are all the human family.

strawberry
11 months ago

3

I, myself, believe that if anyone wants to conceive and doesn't have the proper tools to do so, they should be more than welcomed and informed. You say that people are 'uninformed and ignorant' but isn't that what this website is for? To get information on a life-changing decision? I have dealt with losing my aunt to cervical cancer a year ago and I myself would like to have the opportunity to have a child, but with the genetic bad luck I bare, that may not be an option. My husband and I have been trying for 2 years and still no dice. We cannot afford to go see a fertility specialist. I have already set up a nursery in hopes that we may get lucky one day. It's a heart break here and a bad day there. So, bringing a light comment to the judgmental, cruel situation on what is supposed to be an informative and exciting website, BACK OFF. OR MOVE TO A COUNTRY WHERE THEY DO IN FACT PREVENT WOMEN FROM HAVING CHILDREN. BECAUSE NOT ONE PERSON ON THIS WEBSITE, MADE FOR HAVING CHILDREN, WANTS TO HEAR YOUR GOD AWFUL MOUTH SPOUTING OFF IDEAS THAT NOT EVEN A CHILD WOULD FIND INTERESTING OR EDUCATED.

Samantha
11 months ago

4

where i can faider the clinic at dubai to make a inseminacio?

marta
about 1 year ago

5

I am in a lesbian relationship nd me and my gf already have a set of twins we want more kids, but for me to carry it. i don't mind that part but i want the baby or babies to come out looking like both of us i want her eggs inserted in me also but she doesnt want to go thru that part. idk wht to say to change her mind i mean one of the twins already look like her and they happened before her and i got together. i really want this so do i just let it go and go on as planned or wht and i don't care if u judge me cuz at the end of time u will be judged thx

raynebowlove
about 1 year ago

6

I am 25 years old. I have a son,but I was wanting to have another baby,but I had 3 pregnancies in the tubes so they took my left tube out. The doctors had said that I had a 0% chance to have anymore kids unless I go thru a infertility doctor to have it put inside that would be the only way I can other child. I don't have my tubes tide or nothing. My right tube is a little bit damaged,but I am wanting to know if there would be any risk that anything could go bad thru the process or anything. Also, I would need to know exactly how much it would cost to go thru the infertility process. Please respond back ASAP.

Serena
about 1 year ago

7

How can u not judge ? have a look at the questions.. im not going to comment on those in particular but reading these i couldn't help but shake my head.. i only two weeks ago had another surgery now counting at four.I've had my right tube removed because i had an eptopic and two weeks ago had to go threw another eptopic pregnancy. doctors tried hard to make sure i didn't loose all chance placing me on chemotherapy injections and only a few days later being rushed into theatre because my left tube ruptured.. so yes some of us may sit and judge but honestly if yuan go threw the heart ache and suffering mentally and physically and to stumble across people who have no inclining about the seriousness this is to others and leave some foolish and immature stuff laying around ofcourse they will be frowned upon!! this is a serious matter to some people .. not a joke! and neither is the outcome !

crystal
about 1 year ago

8

This goes out to #21 and #22
How dare u sit on here and even try and judge people. Are u guys God? didnt think so.. judge not! These people r crying out for advice and u sit and judge as kids we were told there was no such thing as a dumb question and this still holds true, and why are u guys even on this site? growup and #21 and 22 you'll probably be happier in your lives

Let them ask
over 1 year ago

9

To answer most of your comments/questions, I would just like to say, I think most of you are crazy, stupid, uninformed, and ignorant. Pick up a book and read. For those of you who are under the age of 25 you should not even think about having any kids but living life to the fullest, and @ the virgin that wants a child but does not want to have sex you are just f------ CRAZY... You all need to grow up and realize that life does not revolve around foolishness and kids are not toys or left overs that are meant to tide you over.

Are you Serious
over 1 year ago

10

Hi, my husband and I have 3children, all girls. After our 3rd girl, I was sterelised but now we would like to have a baby BOY. Is it possible that we could have a baby boy(specifically) through this artificial insemination??

Gee
over 1 year ago

11

i am thirty years old have five kids and have my tubes tied. i was wondering if this would be an option for mysel;f and my husbad

Heather
almost 2 years ago

12

Hello, My am 19 years old and my girlfriend of 5 years and i want to have a baby. Except we want the baby to have my genes and look like me. Is that possible in any way?

shelbie
almost 2 years ago

13

im 22years still a virgin. it is possible to have a baby without having sex? desparate

luyanad
almost 2 years ago

14

I am in a same sex realtionship how does this procedure work? The age limit? And the cost.. thanks for your time

faitj
almost 2 years ago

15

i am 25 and have been married for 6 year. my husband and i have 3 girls already and after our last daughter he had a visectomy because my doctor had lied to me. we want more children bt since he had a visectomy, how can we still have a baby together? please help.

tiffany
almost 2 years ago

16

me n my girlfriend are lesbians and we want to have a child but we want to take my eggs a sperm donor and my partner would carry...were can i find out how much that would coast and the prosedors that go alone with it

jessica
almost 2 years ago

17

Im in a same sex relationship and we want a kid. How much does this procedure costs and will we be the biological parents?

Kristen
almost 2 years ago

18

For the women married or with other women, they would always have to go through some other means of having children by other people instead of together because that's not the way how God designed reproduction to take place in the first place. so to Brittney's question, a woman could NEVER have children with another woman. A man MUST and ALWAYS would have to play a vital role in baby making.

keikei
almost 2 years ago

19

For the women with other wemen, You can do IVF take your partners egg and put it in you and use a donor sperm. AI can be done when you are 18 but you have to go to a rigourous run through with doctors and social workers.

amber
almost 2 years ago

20

Hi,
I am married for 6 years now.Me and my husband do not have a normal sexual life.Somehow we have not been able to have intercourse!!Now we are planning to have artificial insemination because that is the only way left to us now.We have undergone few tests which proves that everything is okay with us.Now I would like to go for the treatment but before that want to know how much it costs for the whole procedure.Kindly help me.

Anuja
almost 2 years ago

21

I was wondering on the costs of the procedure and where i can get an appointment with a doctor.

Serena
about 2 years ago

22

This is the answer to Brittany ( comment # 4) : hahahahahhahaha, your question is the most stupid thing I ever heard... getting pregnant by another woman!!! hahahaha.

Wella
about 2 years ago

23

Can a donor legally claim parenthood of a child born through AI?

Kenneth
about 2 years ago

24

I am 25 and my wife 38 is it possible for her eggs and my eggs combine with a donor to have both as biological parents

Rainbow
about 2 years ago

25

I am 22 and am engaged to a 20 year old woman. We were planning on having another child after our wedding in April. We have already picked a donor and having things worked out on our own terms with him. Is it any cheaper since we already have a donor of our own?

Kathryn
about 2 years ago

26

Is there any way that a girl can medially get another girl pregnant by any way at all? I am 18. I am engaged to a girl. We really want a baby but we both want to have it that way instead of a strangers sperm bein put in me.

Brittany
about 2 years ago

27

Im a Women in a same sex relationship & I was wondering if you had to be 21 to have this procedure done.
Or can this be done at 18?

Emily
about 2 years ago

28

i have a HIV and my wife don't have HIV, we want to baby using Artificial Insemination.tell me what is the ratio of success and cost on it

madhusudhan
about 2 years ago

29

I am a Female... Of a Same Sex couple I am 21 and me and my partner are trying to have a child.. We wanted to use her Cousin as a sperm donor.. and i jus wanted to know.. is that possible? what are our are chances of success? and the cost of such an action..

Elizabeth
about 2 years ago







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