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Research library
hCG benefits
From the PeptideBase research library. Educational only — not medical advice.
Studied effects
- direct Leydig cell LH-receptor stimulation for testosterone production
- testicular volume maintenance during testosterone therapy
- IVF oocyte maturation trigger in female fertility protocols
- dose-dependent estradiol increase — aromatization monitoring relevant
Mechanism
Glycoprotein hormone binding LH receptor on Leydig cells; stimulates testosterone production; prevents testicular atrophy during TRT; maintains spermatogenesis via LH-receptor-driven intratesticular testosterone