Doping has become a major and complex topic of discussion in the sports world, which deserves serious consideration, as experts are still trying to understand how and why it happens and how to prevent it. The “shocking” revelations in the press reflect the seriousness of a worrying situation that resonates in most sports.
But what’s exactly hidden behind the definition of doping?
Doping is a state of prohibited medication, drug use, or treatments followed by athletes in order to improve their performance. In fact, it’s a practice that has been used for many centuries.
Most common types of “doping”:
Substance detection in international competitions
Doping control involves the collection of samples from athletes that are then analyzed for prohibited substances or methods.
The detection control team can apply the appropriate measures to deal with the athlete, according to the result of sampling. The control is based on the instructions of the WADA (World Anti-Doping Association), which was created many years ago due to the excessive incidents that occurred in the events.
Substance detection test: How is it done?
A sample of urine and/or blood is collected from the athlete. In cases where a urine sample is required, the athlete collects the sample in front of a specialist who is responsible for his / her reliability.
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Sources:
American College of Medical Toxicology. (2017). What is “doping” and why do athletes do this?
Olympics. 2021. Doping Control during the Games.
Vlad, R. A., Hancu, G., Popescu, G. C., & Lungu, I. A. (2018). Doping in Sports, a Never-Ending Story?
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