Superovulation / IUI

What is the success rate for Superovulation/IUI?

The success rate for Superovulation/IUI is approximately 25%.

What is the difference between Superovulation/IUI and IVF?

With superovulation/IUI the aim is to ovulate 3-4 eggs, with IVF the aim is to ovulate about 12 eggs. The monitoring of the treatment cycles are very similar. However, caution is taken not to over-stimulate the ovaries with Superovulation/IUI. The medication dosages for SO/IUI are generally much lower than for IVF. Once the stimulation process is complete and the hCG injection is given, the SO/IUI patient will return to the clinic in approximately 36 hours for intrauterine insemination, while the IVF patient will return to the clinic for egg retrieval.

What monitoring is done with a Superovulation/IUI cycle?

The monitoring for a Superovulation/IUI cycle is very similar to IVF and includes blood tests and ultrasounds.

How often is monitoring done?

The monitoring is done about 3-4 days early in the cycle and may be daily near the end of the cycle to best determine the time for the hCG injection to release the eggs.

What is the cost for superovulation/IUI?

The cost for Superovulation/IUI is $850.00. The average cost of medications is around $1500.00.

What medications are used with Superovulation/IUI?

The medications that are used with Superovulation/IUI are the same as those used with IVF. The medication dosage that is required for Superovulation, however, is generally much lower than with IVF.