The primary mechanism of action of the combined
estrogen-progestin oral contraceptive pill is:
A. Production of cervical mucus hostile to
sperm penetration
B. Suppression of FSH and LH release
C. Making endometrium unsuitable for implantation
D. Enhancing uterine contractions to dislodge
the fertilized ovum

1 Answer

Answer :

B. Suppression of FSH and LH release

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