We have four different unit types here at Seattle Sperm Bank:
- IUI (intra-uterine insemination) or “washed”
- ICI (intra-cervical insemination) or “unwashed”
- IUI ART (intra-uterine insemination assisted reproductive technologies)
- ICI ART (intra-cervical insemination assisted reproductive technologies)
IUI are usually used for an insemination directly into the uterus with a physician.
ICI are typically used at home or if the doctor’s office wants to wash the sample first.
ART units are often used for IVF as they have fewer sperm cells than the regular units.
Your doctor can advise you as to which type you will need for your given procedure.
Please refer to this link for more information. https://www.seattlespermbank.com/demystifying-iui-ici-ivi-and-ivf/