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What is your standard dose and scheduling for HCG when used with TRT to keep the testis from shrinking.
AlphaMD's Answer
The minimum effective dose of hCG to prevent testicular atrophy is 500IU/wk. The half life is 3.5 days, so it is typically dosed twice weekly.
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