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2018 · Q68
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Reproductive Health question

2018 · Q68

NEETBiologyReproductive HealthMCQ+4 / −1
The contraceptive ‘Saheli’
  1. A
    blocks estrogen receptors in the uterus, preventing eggs from getting implanted
  2. B
    increases the concentration of estrogen and prevents ovulation in females
  3. C
    is an IUD
  4. D
    is a post-coital contraceptive
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Correct answer: A

Saheli is a mini pill that contains a nonsteroidal preparation called centchroman which is taken once in a week after an initial intake of twice a week dose for 3 months. It blocks estrogen receptors in the uterus hence alters uterine lining and prevents fertilised egg from being implanted.

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