HCG
Lyophilized research reference material. Released with a per-lot Certificate of Analysis. For laboratory research use only.
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Research background
Human chorionic gonadotropin (HCG) is a glycoprotein hormone composed of an alpha subunit (shared with LH, FSH, TSH) and a hormone-specific beta subunit. It acts at the LH/CG receptor and is studied in reproductive endocrinology; it is also the analyte targeted by pregnancy assays.
HCG biology and clinical use are well established in reproductive medicine.
Summary of published scientific literature provided for laboratory research reference only. It is not a claim of safety, efficacy, or suitability for any use, and does not describe or recommend any human or veterinary use.
Selected references
- Cole LA. Biological functions of hCG and hCG-related molecules. Reproductive Biology and Endocrinology. 2010;8:102.
- Stenman UH, et al. The classification, functions and clinical use of different isoforms of HCG. Human Reproduction Update. 2006;12(6):769-784.
- Nwabuobi C, et al. hCG: biological functions and clinical applications. International Journal of Molecular Sciences. 2017;18(10):2037.
Trademarks & attribution
Human chorionic gonadotropin pharmaceutical products are marketed under brands including Pregnyl(R) and Novarel(R) by their respective owners. Catalyst Research Labs is not affiliated with those manufacturers. Supplied as reference material only.
