This procedure can be performed during a natural cycle or with additional hormonal stimulation (ovulation induction). Your fertility specialist will discuss the decision for the best technique with you and your partner.

The woman’s cycle is monitored to determine the day of ovulation – this is often referred to as ‘cycle tracking’. Once the follicle is mature, ovulation is triggered by an injection of synthetic human chorionic gonadotropin (hCG). The prepared sperm is inserted directly into the uterine cavity using a very thin catheter. This process is similar to a pap smear with regard to discomfort.

Donor sperm treatment may involve artificial insemination (Intrauterine insemination). Donor sperm may be recommended for the most serious abnormalities of sperm production or where there is a high risk of passing on a genetic disease. Artificial insemination using donor sperm is also an option for single women or same-sex couples.

Donor sperm is provided by either the Nairobi IVF or the Royal Women’s sperm bank (clinic-recruited), or by a man who agrees to provide sperm for use by a particular woman or couple (recipient-recruited).

Artificial insemination, or Intrauterine Insemination (IUI), is generally considered as a low cost treatment option. An Indicative costs of IUI treatment at Nairobi IVF is KES 50,000 as listed on treatment costs page alternatively, please call
+254 20 2731982 to request for more information.

If your fertility specialist recommends artificial insemination, in most cases it is reasonable to complete three to six treatment cycles depending on your particular circumstances before moving onto other treatments such as IVF.