Level of Chorionic Gonadotropin

The level of Chorionic Gonadotropin is an indicator that depends on many factors. Being the index of the presence of pregnancy, this hormone is normal, both in men and women, is at the lowest levels, and only in the first days after the fertilization of the egg begins to increase.

Norm of the Chorionic Gonadotropin

The norm of gonadotropin for men and non-pregnant women is 0-5 IU. In case of pregnancy, hCG already increases dramatically to 300 IU in the first and second weeks and continues to increase rapidly, reaching its peak (200,000 IU) in 10 weeks. Further, its concentration gradually decreases, and is maintained at a certain level (40000-60000 IU) until the very birth.

In clinical practice, cases where the level of gonadotrophins in women and men is increased against the background of development of diabetes and malignant neoplasms are not uncommon. This condition causes such pathologies as tumor diseases of the digestive tract, uterus, kidneys, lungs, chorion carcinoma and testicular tumor. Therefore, hCG can be used as a marker of cancer tumors.

The influence of gonadotropic drugs on the body of athletes

Recombinant gonadotropic hormone, which stimulates the production of testosterone, found its wide application in sports pharmacology. Softening the negative phenomena after the course of steroids, he enjoys quite a lot of popularity among bodybuilders. The determination of the chorionic gonadotrophin upon exiting the cycle and the comparison of the results obtained with reference values is a prerequisite. First, in this way, the effectiveness of the action of this product is checked, and secondly, if the hormone level exceeds the norm, then the hypothalamus stops the secretion of gonadorelin, and as a result, the production of endogenous testosterone is not restored.

When using gonadotropic drugs, it should not be forgotten that the rate of Chorionic Gonadotropin is quite constant (0-5 ME), and excessive "fascination" with the drug can cause hormonal dependence and oppression of sexual functions. Therefore, it would be more reasonable to consult a sports doctor and be under constant monitoring during the application of hCG.