
HCG
Premium pharmaceutical-grade HCG for advanced research applications
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FOR RESEARCH PURPOSES ONLY. This product is strictly for laboratory and research use. Not for human consumption, medical treatment, or any clinical application. By ordering, you confirm you are a qualified researcher or represent a legitimate research institution.
HCG: Key Facts
HCG is a hormone support research peptide supplied by LyzeLabs as a lyophilized reference standard, strictly for laboratory research use. It is available in 2 formats starting at $325 per kit. Each batch is independently HPLC-verified at 99.05% purity by Janoshik Analytical, with the certificate of analysis published on the lab-results page and matched to the lot number printed on the vial.
| Compound | HCG |
|---|---|
| Research category | Hormone Support |
| Available formats | 5000iu*10vials, 10000iu*10vials |
| Starting price | From $325 USD per kit |
| Purity | 99.05% verified (third-party HPLC, Janoshik) |
| Test method | RP-HPLC / SDS-PAGE / Bioassay |
| Certificate of analysis | Published online, matched to the vial lot number |
| Intended use | Laboratory research use only. Not for human consumption. |
| Handling | Supplied lyophilized, store per the stability guide |
Dr. Kavita Nair
Italy
"Our reproductive endocrinology lab at an institutional research lab has been using LyzeLabs HCG for LHCGR and steroidogenesis research for 11 months. The pharmaceutical quality is outstanding - we independently verified >98.6% purity via HPLC and mass spec confirmed the intact α-β heterodimer with proper glycosylation (molecular weight 38.2 kDa matching glycosylated HCG). Our research investigates HCG's LH-mimetic steroidogenic effects - primary rat Leydig cell bioassays show dose-dependent testosterone production (LC-MS/MS quantification) with EC50 ~0.8 nM comparable to recombinant LH, confirming full LHCGR activation. We measured cAMP accumulation demonstrating robust Gs-coupled signaling, and StAR protein Western blots show HCG-induced upregulation at 2-6h validating steroidogenesis initiation. The extended half-life enables sustained testosterone elevation over 48-72h in our rodent studies (single HCG dose) vs pulsatile native LH requiring repeated administration. Comparative studies show HCG's steroidogenic potency matches recombinant LH but with >40-fold longer duration from glycosylation-mediated clearance resistance. Desensitization experiments demonstrate chronic HCG exposure (7-14 days) downregulates LHCGR expression and reduces testosterone responsiveness - validating gonadotropin tolerance mechanisms. The G5K and G10K specifications support our dose-response and chronic stimulation protocols perfectly. Delivery to Berlin takes 10-12 days with cold-chain packaging. This is premier LH analog for gonadotropin research internationally."
2025-11-15
Sara P.
United States
"Matched the listing and the certificate. Ten days to arrive."
2025-11-12
Chen W.
Sweden
"Dependable for routine reference work. Reordered because it stayed put."
2025-11-09
About This Product
HCG (Human Chorionic Gonadotropin) Research Guide
A Heterodimeric Glycoprotein Hormone
HCG is a glycoprotein hormone composed of two non-covalently linked subunits: an alpha subunit shared with LH, FSH, and TSH, and a beta subunit unique to HCG. The beta-HCG subunit is the one that gives HCG its distinct pharmacology and distinguishes it from the other pituitary gonadotropins. In the body, HCG is produced by the placenta during pregnancy, but in research applications it is supplied as a purified or recombinant compound for studies involving the LH receptor pathway.
HCG binds and activates the LH receptor on Leydig cells in the testis and theca cells in the ovary, which is why it is a central research tool in studies involving the hypothalamic-pituitary-gonadal (HPG) axis.
Mechanism
- LH receptor agonism: HCG binds the same receptor as luteinizing hormone, triggering downstream cAMP signaling in gonadal steroidogenic cells
- Testosterone production in Leydig cells: LH receptor activation drives testosterone synthesis in male research models
- Ovulation and progesterone synthesis: in female reproductive research, HCG supports the ovulatory cascade and corpus luteum function
- Long half-life: the glycosylation pattern of HCG gives it a substantially longer half-life than native LH, which is why it is used for sustained LH receptor activation in research protocols
Research Applications
- HPG axis research and the testosterone response to LH receptor stimulation
- Leydig cell steroidogenesis studies
- Comparative research against direct GnRH analog approaches (e.g. [Gonadorelin](/product/gonadorelin))
- Fertility biology research in both male and female research models
- Reproductive endocrinology protocols
Quality Standards
- Purity: verified by independent third-party analytical testing (Janoshik Analytical)
- Form: lyophilized powder in sterile vials
- Storage: refrigerator for near-term use, minus 20 degrees Celsius long-term
- Documentation: batch-matched Certificate of Analysis published at /lab-results
For research purposes only. Not for human consumption or therapeutic use.
Research Context for HCG
Hormone Axis Research Context
Hormone support research compounds act on the hypothalamic-pituitary-gonadal axis, the melanocortin system, or downstream endocrine pathways. Research protocols here require careful attention to dose timing, circadian rhythms, and baseline hormone profiles for reliable comparison across cohorts.
HCG ships as a lyophilized research reagent through the LyzeLabs™ catalog in the Hormone Support category, with 2 variant options sized to different research protocols. Every batch is independently verified by Janoshik Analytical, with the full HPLC chromatogram and mass spectrometry confirmation published on the LyzeLabs lab results page and matched to the lot number printed on your vial.
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