Human Chorionic Gonadotropin (hCG)

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HCG is a hormone produced by the human placenta. Commercial hCG is made from the purified urine of pregnant women.

Indications for use: hCG is used for two reasons: First, hCG mimics LH, resulting in the release of matured eggs after controlled ovarian hyperstimulation (COH), with FSH or hMG, for example. Second, after ovulation has occurred, either naturally or in conjunction with IUI, IVF or ART, hCG may be used to support the corpus luteum and to enhance the quality of the uterine lining and the potential for implantation of the embryos.

Dosage: hCG comes in vials in dosages of 5,000 IU (international units), and 10,000 IU for injection. Dosages vary depending in the purpose of the treatment.

For more information on on hCG consult RESOLVE’s Fact Sheet #20, Superovulatory Drugs.

This section of the RESOLVE website is made possible in part by support from CutisPharma, Inc., makers of First Progesterone.