Description
Quick Facts
HCG exerts its biological effects by binding to and activating the LH/Choriogonadotropin Receptor (LHCGR), which is found on the surface of various cells, particularly in the gonads (Leydig cells in the testes and theca/granulosa cells in the ovaries). Upon binding, it mimics the action of LH, stimulating steroidogenesis. In males, this leads to the production of testosterone by Leydig cells. In females, it can trigger ovulation and support the corpus luteum’s progesterone production, which is essential for maintaining early pregnancy. Its prolonged half-life compared to LH allows for a more sustained stimulatory effect.
- Reproductive Endocrinology: Extensive research explores HCG’s role in male and female fertility, including studies on anovulation, male hypogonadism, cryptorchidism, and assisted reproductive technologies (ART).
- Gonadal Function Studies: Used as a research tool to investigate testicular and ovarian function, Leydig cell steroidogenesis, and follicular development.
- Andrology Research: Relevant for studies on testosterone production, spermatogenesis, and the hypothalamic-pituitary-gonadal (HPG) axis in males.
- Endocrine Disruptor Research: Employed in studies examining the impact of various compounds on reproductive hormone pathways.
- Veterinary Science: Applied in animal breeding and reproductive management for various species.
Why Choose Peptide Chains for HCG?
Peptide Chains provides high-purity HCG in bulk API quantities, essential for rigorous research, pharmaceutical development, and compounding applications. Our HCG is meticulously produced and supplied in a lyophilized format, ensuring exceptional stability, potency, and ease of reconstitution for your precise experimental protocols. We adhere to stringent quality control standards, guaranteeing the purity and consistency required for accurate and reproducible results in studies related to reproductive health, endocrinology, and hormone therapy.