hCG

American  

abbreviation

1. human chorionic gonadotropin.

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HCG British  

abbreviation

1. human chorionic gonadotrophin See gonadotrophin

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Example Sentences

Though it was long thought that morning sickness is caused by hCG, the recent breakthrough has shown that HG's main cause is actually the hormone GDF15, which is part of a normal stress response.

From Science Daily

In fact, the FDA warns consumers against HCG weight loss products.

From Washington Times

Diets that feature it, the FDA says, get their efficacy from the severe restriction of caloric intake, as opposed to any effects HCG may have.

From Washington Times

In August 2021, a Colorado resident and fellow Releana distributor, Sarah Alberg, pleaded guilty to introducing the misbranded drug product containing HCG with the intent to mislead or defraud.

From Washington Times

While the Food and Drug Administration has approved the hormone’s use for infertility treatment in women and hormone treatment in men, HCG has not been approved for weight loss.

From Washington Times