There are different types of artificial insemination with varying costs.
Before the procedure, medications may be given to induce ovulation to help increase the chance of pregnancy.
The different types of artificial insemination include:
Procedure
Both IUI and ICI are low-risk and noninvasive.
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Your healthcare provider may suggest lying down for 15 minutes afterward.
Ovulation
Whether having artificial insemination in a clinic or your home, an essential factor is ovulation.
The procedure is done as close toovulationas possible to increase the chances of fertilization.
Many people undergoing artificial insemination will take medications that help induce ovulation.
These medications are also used for people who do not ovulate on their own.
Success Rates
It can take several rounds of artificial insemination to become pregnant.
In research, IUI has been found to be slightly more effective than ICI.
Generally, theaverage price of one round of IUIranges from a few hundred dollars to $2,000.
Alternative Treatment
In vitro fertilization(IVF) is an alternative to artificial insemination.
Healthy embryos that are not put in the uterus can be frozen for future use.
There are several types of artificial insemination, some of which must be done by a trained healthcare provider.
Home artificial insemination is also available.
Artificial insemination costs vary based on insurance coverage and your state.
In vitro fertilization is an alternative to artificial insemination.
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