Controlling fertility (Edexcel GCSE Biology Combined Science): Flashcards

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Controlling fertility
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Number of embryos inserted in IVF

1 or 2

Hormones given before IVF egg collection

FSH and LH

Clomiphene's effect on body

Stimulates body to release more FSH/LH

IVF success rate (%)

26%

Hormones in mixed contraceptive pill

Oestrogen and progesterone

How mixed pill prevents egg maturation

Oestrogen inhibits FSH

Duration of contraceptive patch

One week

Duration of contraceptive implant

Three years

Effectiveness of spermicides (%)

70% to 80%

Extra benefit of condoms vs hormonal methods

Prevent STIs

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