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Reproductive

HCG Protocol

Dosing & Research

Last Updated: September 4, 2026

Also known as: Human Chorionic Gonadotropin, Pregnyl, Ovidrel

Testosterone stimulation, Fertility and ovulation induction, Leydig cell function studies, Corpus luteum maintenance

Half-Life
24–36 Hours
Administration
Subcutaneous
Frequency
Variable

How It Works

  • Glycoprotein hormone structurally similar to LH. Binds LH receptors on Leydig and granulosa cells for steroidogenesis.
  • Testosterone stimulation
  • Fertility and ovulation induction
  • Leydig cell function studies
  • Corpus luteum maintenance

Dosing Structure

Dose
1000–5000 IU per injection (approximately 17–85 mcg)
Frequency
Variable
Notes
Used in reproductive hormone research. Typical cycles: 3–4 weeks on with breaks based on recovery markers. Conversion: 1 IU HCG ≈ 0.017 mcg.

Example Protocols

Dose: 1000–5000 IU per injection (approximately 17–85 mcg)
Frequency: Variable
Duration: Not listed
Off Period: Not listed
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Protocol Notes

Used in reproductive hormone research.
Typical cycles: 3–4 weeks on with breaks based on recovery markers.
Conversion: 1 IU HCG ≈ 0.017 mcg.

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