SC AND IM hcg time concentration curves

[zkt]

Bioavailability of hCG after intramuscular or subcutaneous injection in obese and non-obese women -- Chan et al. 18 (11): 2294 Figure EG446F1 -- Human Reproduction

Just so I dont loose where I put it.
What are the implications of this graph ?

[wildfox]

Apparently IM is better for hCG.

[jinxie1]

Originally Posted by wildfox

Apparently IM is better for hCG.

I agree, it appears more effective via IM. Similar amount in blood after 48 hours, and way more during first 24 hours. Only wrinkle is greater volatility via IM (i.e., a spike), which could crank up the E2.

I assume that the ratios would be similar for a much lesser dose, but you never know until you test it.