How Much Does Artificial Insemination Cost In South Africa

Artificial insemination: A procedure in which a fine catheter (tube) is inserted through the cervix into the uterus to directly deposit a sperm sample. The purpose of this relatively simple procedure is to achieve fertilization and pregnancy. Also known as intrauterine insemination (IUI).

How Much Does Artificial Insemination Cost In South Africa

Intra Uterine Insemination: This involves a direct deposit of sperm into the uterus, supplied by the patient’s partner.

This can cost between R10 000 and R20 000.

How much does it cost to get pregnant by a sperm donor in South Africa?

Should pregnancy occur using an Aevitas Sperm Donor, an opportunity will be given to the same person/couple to ‘book’ a sibling pregnancy space with the same donor.

The cost of this is R 20 000 for Aevitas and Tygerberg and R22 000 for patients from other clinics.

Can you artificially inseminate yourself?

One of the options for Artificial insemination can be done at home and performed by yourself or with your partner. For many reasons, at-home insemination is a preferred option for many women in a variety of situations.

When should you get artificially inseminated?

Ideally, it should take place within six hours on either side of ovulation, as determined by an at-home ovulation predictor kit. For women who receive fertility medication injections to stimulate ovulation, artificial insemination is typically done 24-48 hours after the injection.

What is artificial insemination and its uses?

Artificial insemination is a fertility treatment method used to deliver sperm directly to the cervix or uterus in the hopes of getting pregnant. Sometimes, these sperm are washed or “prepared” to increase the likelihood a woman will get pregnant.

How much does fertility treatment cost in South Africa?

According to Cape Fertility, the cost of fertility treatment depends on the type of treatment done, and treatments such as artificial insemination cost between R5000 and R10000 per cycle, with IVF treatments costing R56 000 to R66 000 per cycle.