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Peptide ComparisonFSH vs hCG
Both are Reproductive & Hormonal peptides.
FSH
Follicle-Stimulating Hormone
No providers listed yet
hCG
Human Chorionic Gonadotropin
Half-life: ~24-36 hours
41 providers listed
hCG is carried by more providers on PeptideBase (41 vs 0); otherwise the two are closely matched on the measures we track.
FSH
Evidence
Half-life
—
hCG
Evidence
Half-life
~24-36 hours
| Your goal | Better option |
|---|---|
| More provider options (0 vs 41) | hCG |
Research summary only — not medical advice. Consult a qualified provider before making any decisions.
FSH
hCG
FSH
Recombinant versus urinary gonadotrophin for ovarian stimulation in assisted reproductive technology cycles
Efficacy and safety of hMG versus recombinant FSH: a meta-analysis
Revisiting ESR in PCOS: an easily obtainable link to immune and metabolic dysregulation.
[Association between sex hormone levels and high-sensitivity C-reactive protein in older adults aged 65 years…
+8 more
hCG
Luteal phase support for assisted reproduction cycles
Epidemiological study of Ectopic Pregnancy at Sulaimani Maternity Teaching Hospital, Iraq: A cross-sectional…
Inducing physiological polarity and performing gene editing using CRISPR-Cas9 in human trophoblast organoids.
Inducing physiological polarity and performing gene editing using CRISPR-Cas9 in human trophoblast organoids.
+7 more
About FSH
Binds FSH receptors on Sertoli cells in testes to support sperm maturation and inhibin B production. In women, binds granulosa cell FSH receptors to drive follicular growth and estradiol production.
About hCG
Glycoprotein hormone binding LH receptor on Leydig cells; stimulates testosterone production; prevents testicular atrophy during TRT; maintains spermatogenesis via LH-receptor-driven intratesticular testosterone
Information below reflects published research data only — not medical advice. Consult a qualified provider before use.
FSH
Under clinical review
Being verified by our medical team before we display contraindications for this peptide.
Under clinical review
Being verified by our medical team before we display monitoring guidance for this peptide.
hCG
No established clinical contraindications
Standard reproductive endocrinology panels establish HPG axis baseline before hCG use. Testosterone and E2 confirm gonadal response; LH suppression during treatment is an expected finding.
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