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Here’s another question on biologics, “Can I receive stem cell injections?” OK, so stem cell therapies have significantly advanced in recent years. And they often involve cells harvested from donor patients, for example, from the umbilical cord of mothers during an elective C-section. It’s really difficult to answer this question because the proprietary procedures around these types of off-the-shelf products make it really difficult to know how the cells have been manipulated, and if any additional substances or growth factors have been added, which would make them prohibited. So, our advice is to check out our article on our website and to reach out to USADA’s TUE & Drug Reference Team if you have any further questions.
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