Intrauterine Insemination

Question 1

Who should be considered for unstimulated IUI?

Answer 1

• People who are unable to have vaginal intercourse eg due to disability, psychosexual problem
• Those using donor sperm
• Same sex couples
• People who require sperm washing eg in Heapatitis or HIV

Question 2

Describe how stimulaed IUI works?

Answer 2

Gonadotrophin injections given

HCG trigger given and IUI performed 36 - 40 hours later