hCG
Glycoprotein hormone
Human chorionic gonadotropin is a heterodimeric glycoprotein hormone that activates the luteinizing-hormone/chorionic-gonadotropin receptor. It is extensively studied in reproductive endocrinology and gonadal steroidogenesis.
For laboratory and research use only. Not for human or veterinary use.
Form
Lyophilized
Available strengths
10,000 IU
Research class
Hypothalamic & Pituitary Signaling
Evidence grade
Level I
Substantial controlled human evidence
Scientific overview
Human chorionic gonadotropin is a heterodimeric glycoprotein hormone that activates the luteinizing-hormone/chorionic-gonadotropin receptor. It is extensively studied in reproductive endocrinology and gonadal steroidogenesis.
Mechanism under investigation
Activates LHCGR signaling, stimulating steroidogenic pathways in ovarian and testicular tissues.
Research evidence summary
Established human evidence and FDA-approved prescription products for specific indications.
Level I, Established human evidence
Key research limitations
Approved-product evidence does not validate an unapproved white-labeled preparation. Biological-source, recombinant status, potency assay, and glycoform profile matter.
Safety & toxicology context
Known risks in approved use include ovarian hyperstimulation, thromboembolism, multiple gestation, fluid retention, and hormone-mediated adverse effects.
Regulatory & development status
Prescription biologic/drug category with FDA-approved products; direct RUO consumer sale requires high-level legal review.
Supplied strictly for in-vitro and ex-vivo laboratory research. Not for human or veterinary administration, diagnostic, or therapeutic use. Import and regulatory compliance remain the responsibility of the receiving researcher.
Available research formats
- hCG, 10,000 IULyophilized
Lot documentation
Every Cendrix lot ships with an HPLC purity chromatogram, mass-spectrometry identity confirmation, appearance and reconstitution observations, and endotoxin testing where applicable. Lot certificates are retrievable from the Quality page using the lot number printed on the vial.
Curated references
External searches link to PubMed, ClinicalTrials.gov, Google Scholar, and FDA records. Cendrix does not endorse interpretations published in third-party sources.
Editorial provenance
- Last scientific review
- June 2026
- Literature search through
- June 2026
- Regulatory review status
- Pending counsel approval
Persistent disclaimer
For laboratory research use only. Not for human or veterinary use, diagnosis, treatment, prevention, or personal experimentation. This content summarizes published research and is not medical advice.