Why you might see this term
IUI may be considered for different family-building situations. Assessment of ovulation, tubal patency and the sperm sample helps establish suitability.
What to keep in mind
It is different from IVF: fertilisation still takes place inside the body. Suitability and success depend on the individual circumstances.
Sources & further reading
Prepared by ProFertility · Updated 23 October 2026.
Educational information based on the linked sources. This explanation is not an individual diagnosis or a treatment recommendation. A term appearing here does not mean the test is necessary or included in a particular kit.
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