What’s included in an IUI cycle?
| Included in the IUI Cycle Fee | Not Included in the IUI Cycle Fee |
| Nurse planning and consents talk. | Initial consultation and diagnostic tests. |
| Medical and clinical guidance and support throughout. | Viral screening. |
| All monitoring ultrasound scans within the cycle. | Additional procedures (e.g. Hycosy). |
| Any blood tests. | Counselling (mandatory if using donor sperm). |
| Embryology lab procedures (including sperm thaw where appropriate). | Donor sperm (if required) + admin and storage fees. |
| Insemination process. | Medications. |
| bHCG blood test 2 weeks after insemination. | Sedation fee, if required. |
| Follow-up consultation or 6-week pregnancy scan. | HFEA fee (if using donor sperm). |
| Any further investigations or treatments during or between cycles. |
What is the definition of a “cycle”?
A cycle runs from “day 1,” the first day of menstruation, through to the day of insemination. It is important to know this when looking at costs, because anything outside a cycle is usually charged as an additional item.
What to expect on the day
When you arrive at the clinic, our team will check you in and guide you through the final steps before your procedure. The insemination itself is a quick and straightforward process, usually taking around 10–15 minutes. After a short rest, you’ll be able to head home and continue your day as normal.
After your IUI
Around two weeks after your insemination, you’ll take your bHCG test to confirm whether the cycle has been successful. During this waiting period, mild cramping, bloating, or spotting can be completely normal, so try not to worry.
If anything feels out of the ordinary or you’re unsure about your symptoms, we’re here to help – just give us a call.
Who can benefit from IUI treatment?
IUI can be a suitable option for people with unexplained infertility, mild male-factor infertility, or those who are using donor sperm, including single women and female couples. It offers a gentle, lower-intervention approach that may help improve the chances of conception. You can read more about who IUI is recommended for on our treatment page.
IUI with donor sperm
For patients using donor sperm, we offer fully screened and accredited donor options, along with all required support to ensure you feel informed throughout the process. Donor sperm typically incurs additional fees, storage, administration costs, and the HFEA donor surcharge. You can learn more about donor programmes and what to expect on our donor information page
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Estimate of the total cost of a cycle
| IUI cycle fee | £1,275 |
| Blood Tests (Monitoring blood tests are included). | £0 |
| HFEA fee (per cycle, if using donor sperm). | £45 |
| Counselling (mandatory if using donor sperm) | £100 |
| Sedation fee (in the very rare event you choose to have this). | £300 |
| Second insemination within the cycle (very rare) | £250 |
| Total projected cost of a cycle at Concept: | Usually £1,275/£1,420 if using donor sperm. |
Note that medications & donor sperm are additional costs.
Concept Fertility is fully licensed by the HFEA (Human Fertilisation and Embryology Authority, Centre 0342), and our team is here to guide you through every step of your fertility journey. If you’d like to learn more about IUI, explore whether it’s right for you, or make an appointment for fertility testing, please get in touch.
