What is HCG and what is it used for?
HCG (Human Chorionic Gonadotropin) is a natural protein based human hormone available in the U.S. by prescription. HCG is produced by the body in abundance during pregnancy and is what shows up in concentrated levels in both blood serum and urine pregnancy testing. Approved usage of HCG includes : Parenteral fertility medication and treatment of hypogonadism. It can be used to enhance the production of Progesterone. During the first few months of pregnancy, the transmission of HIV-1 from mother to fetus is very rare. It has been suggested that the high concentration of HCG, and the beta subunit of this protein is active against HIV-1 during this period. Other uses include: treatment of obesity by use of IM injection. Use with Anabolic steroids for treatment of testicular atrophy.