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Area of Science:

  • Sports Science
  • Analytical Chemistry
  • Biochemistry

Background:

  • Current doping controls primarily use blood, serum, and urine.
  • Alternative matrices are being investigated for improved time-effectiveness, cost-efficiency, and reduced invasiveness.
  • Analyte stability and information breadth are key considerations for new matrices.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To review recent developments in alternative matrices for doping control.
  • To assess the contributions and limitations of alternative specimens compared to traditional ones.
  • To align with World Anti-Doping Agency (WADA) regulations for prohibited substances.

Main Methods:

  • Literature review focusing on publications from 2011-2015.
  • Analysis of analytical assays for various doping agents (anabolic agents, hormones, stimulants, etc.).
  • Comparison of alternative matrices (dried blood spots, oral fluid, hair, etc.) with conventional samples (urine, blood).

Main Results:

  • Alternative matrices show promise for detecting a range of prohibited substances.
  • Dried blood spots (DBS), oral fluid (OF), and hair offer specific advantages in certain doping control scenarios.
  • Limitations include matrix-specific challenges and the need for standardized protocols.

Conclusions:

  • Alternative matrices can supplement traditional doping controls, offering benefits in efficiency and athlete experience.
  • Further research and validation are needed to fully integrate these methods into routine anti-doping programs.
  • The choice of matrix depends on the specific analytes and anti-doping strategy.