Question

Which of the following is a hormone releasing Intra uterine Device (IUD)?

• A. Vault
• B. LNG $-20$
• C. Cervical cap
• D. Multiload $-375$

Answer 1

The correct option is B

LNG $-20$

Vault :
Vault is one of the barrier contraceptive methods used by females. These are sheaths which are inserted to cover the cervix which prevent the entry of sperms into the female reproductive tract.

Multiload $375$ :
Multiload $375$ is a copper-releasing intra uterine device which promotes phagocytosis of the sperms thereby preventing their fertilisation with ova.

LNG $-20$ :
LNG $-20$ is a hormone releasing IUD. Hormone releasing IUDs make the cervix hostile to the sperms and the uterus are made unsuitable for implantation.

Cervical cap :
Cervical cap is one of the barrier contraceptive methods used by females. These are sheaths which are inserted to cover the cervix which prevent the progress of sperms further into the female reproductive tract.