Source Gonadotropins and other ovulation stimulants (CEDs000323)

Gonadotropins, including hormones such as human chorionic gonadotropin (hCG) and follicle-stimulating hormone (FSH), are synthetic chemicals used to stimulate ovulation and enhance reproductive processes in both humans and animals. These compounds are often utilized in fertility treatments and veterinary reproductive health. Due to their widespread application in medical and agricultural settings, gonadotropins can enter the environment through pharmaceutical manufacturing processes, improper disposal of unused medications, and excretion from treated individuals. This can lead to contamination of water sources and soil, raising concerns about their potential impact on wildlife and ecosystems, as well as the implications for human health from exposure to these hormones.