A Closer Look: The Athlete Biological Passport
August 26, 2015
The ABP is an important tool for anti-doping organizations. Here are answers to some commonly asked questions regarding the Athlete Biological Passport.
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What is Stanozolol?
April 29, 2015
Stanozolol is a synthetic steroid derived from testosterone that has anabolic & androgenic properties, & classified as a Schedule III controlled substance.
Half-Life of a Drug
March 12, 2015
Determining the half-life of a drug depends on many variables, and it is extremely important that athletes understand the clearance times of medications.
Direct and Indirect Markers of Doping
February 26, 2015
There are different markers of doping used to identify the presence of a prohibited substance (or its metabolites) in the blood or urine of an athlete.
Use of Performance-Enhancing Drugs More Prevalent than Type 1 Diabetes or HIV Infection
July 29, 2014
As a member of the Endocrine Society’s Scientific Task Force (SSTF), USADA’s Chief Science Officer, Dr. Larry Bowers, was an author of the scientific statement, “Adverse Health Consequences of Performance-Enhancing Drugs,” published in the Endocrine Society journal, Endocrine Reviews.
Discoveries by Scientific Working Group Could Advance Ability to Detect hGH Doping in Sport
July 22, 2014
Building on the existing tests for growth hormone (GH) abuse in sport, scientists continue to make advancements in successfully detecting doping in sport.
Is Inhaling Xenon or Hydrogen Sulfide Gas Dangerous?
May 8, 2014
Inhalation of volumes of concentrated gases such as carbon monoxide, hydrogen sulfide, and xenon, even with medical supervision, may carry serious health risks.
IGF-1 and the World Anti-Doping Agency Prohibited List
April 8, 2014
IGF-1 can enhance the production of lean muscle as well as aid in recovery time, but when used without medical necessity, exogenous IGF-1 can cause serious harm.
Is it prohibited for athletes to use IV infusions for rehydration and recovery?
March 5, 2014
We have seen an increase in inquires at USADA about the use of Intravenous (IV) Infusions for this purpose, and would like to assist athletes and medical personnel by clarifying this.