Q166 / 200 · NEET 2022 (Phase 1) · Zoology

Lippe's loop is a type of contraceptive used as:

  • A
    Vault barrier
  • Correct answer
    B
    Non-Medicated IUD
  • C
    Copper releasing IUD
  • D
    Cervical barrier

Solution

Lippe’s loop is an example of a non-medicated intra-uterine device or IUD used in female contraception. 

Lippes loop is a plastic double “s” loop. It attracts the macrophages stimulating them to accumulate in the uterine cavity. Macrophages increase phagocytosis of sperms within the uterus and act as a contraceptive.

Hence, the correct answer is option: 'B'.

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