Lesbian and Transgender IUI (Intrauterine Insemination)

IUI (intrauterine insemination) is the least invasive assisted reproductive procedure and typically the primary conception method for lesbians who do not have infertility issues.

Donor sperm are placed directly into the uterus when the woman is most fertile, immediately prior to and during ovulation. Sperm cells received from a Sperm Bank have been tested for infectious disease, are washed with special solutions and concentrated to increase the number of sperm that make it to the fallopian tubes where fertilization takes place. This improves the chances for conception.

IUI may be performed with or without the use of fertility drugs. When medications are used, the therapy is referred to as controlled ovarian hyperstimulation (COH). IUI with COH generally results in an increased likelihood of pregnancy.