Artificial Insemination & In Vitro Fertilization

Difference between Artificial Insemination and In Vitro Fertilization?

Artificial Insemination is performed when there are complications in conceiving through intercourse. This procedure takes washed sperm (sperm without seminal fluid) and places the sperm in the cervix (ICI) or inside of the uterus (IUI).

In Vitro Fertilization is performed by placing a fertilized egg inside of the uterus. The sperm and egg have already been united in a laboratory dish and there is no need for the egg or sperm to travel in the fallopian tubes. Women who have had their tubes tied, removal of the fallopian tubes or damaged fallopian tubes may benefit from in vitro fertilization.

Exactly how is the procedure done?

Artificial insemination is performed by placing the husband's sperm or a donor's sperm into the uterus with a small, plastic catheter. This procedure is called IUI or intrauterine insemination. It is usually performed around the time of ovulation. The procedure only takes a few minutes and carries minimal discomfort or no discomfort during the procedure.

The sperm is washed (sperm removed from semen) to increase likelihood of conception and to decrease irritation of the uterus.

Another type of artificial insemination is ICI or intracervical insemination. This is where the sperm are placed into the cervix rather than the uterus.

How much does artificial insemination cost?

The costs for washing the sperm (removing the sperm from the semeninal fluid) is approx. $150 and is required for artificial insemination. The total procedure of artificial insemination costs approximately $2000 to $3000

How much does in vitro fertilization cost?

The average cost for in vitro fertilization is $10000
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