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  • 1Anesthesiology, Bispebjerg Hospital, Copenhagen NV, Denmark. jakobmoerkeberg@hotmail.com

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Elite cyclists show seasonal and competition-related fluctuations in blood parameters like hematocrit (Hct) and hemoglobin ([Hb]). Understanding these variations is crucial for accurate interpretation in anti-doping efforts.

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Area of Science:

  • Sports Science
  • Exercise Physiology
  • Anti-Doping

Background:

  • Professional cycling teams initiated independent testing programs in 2006.
  • Elite athletes' physiological markers can fluctuate significantly.
  • Monitoring blood parameters is vital for performance and anti-doping.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To document variations in key blood parameters among elite male cyclists.
  • To analyze the impact of competition and time of year on hematocrit and hemoglobin levels.
  • To provide context for interpreting athlete blood data in anti-doping.

Main Methods:

  • Collected 374 blood and 287 urine samples from 28 elite male cyclists over one year (Dec 2006-Nov 2007).
  • Analyzed blood for hematocrit (Hct), hemoglobin concentration ([Hb]), and % reticulocytes.
  • Categorized 76% of samples as out-of-competition (OOC).

Main Results:

  • Average Hct and [Hb] decreased by 4.3% and 1.3 g/dL respectively from Dec 2006 to Sep 2007.
  • Hemoglobin ([Hb]) dropped by 11.5% during the Tour de France.
  • Blood parameters were lower in-competition compared to OOC and pre-competition samples.

Conclusions:

  • Athlete blood values naturally fluctuate based on the competitive season and timing of sample collection.
  • Sample timing (OOC, pre-, or in-competition) and time of year are critical factors for interpreting anti-doping blood tests.
  • These findings emphasize the need for individualized reference ranges in anti-doping analysis.