Which statement about lutamides is true?
A. It causes a short term increase in LH and FSH secretion.
B. It prevents the conversion of testosterone to dihydroxytestosterone.
C. It decreases LH and FSH concentrations, but may cause a life-threatening allergic reaction.
D. It blocks binding of testosterone to the androgen receptor.
Answer: D. It blocks binding of testosterone to the androgen receptor.
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