Question

The popular birth control pills for women have a combination of synthetic forms of estradiol and
progesterone. Which one of the following statements is INCORRECT with regard to their function
as contraceptive?
(A) The pills inhibit the release of GnRH leading to inhibition of gonadotropin-stimulated ovarian
function
(B) They act directly on the pituitary gland to inhibit gonadotropin surges
(C) The low dose of estradiol in the pill inhibits the release of FSH, and thus blocks ovulation
(D) The synthetic forms of estradiol and progesterone bring about their effects by binding to their
respective intracellular receptors

Answer 1

the answer is




(D)the