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Mario Thevis1,2, Tiia Kuuranne3, Hans Geyer1,2
1Center for Preventive Doping Research, Institute of Biochemistry, German Sport University Cologne, Cologne, Germany.
This review covers new analytical methods for sports drug testing from October 2023 to September 2024. It highlights advancements in detecting banned substances, including anabolic agents and gene doping, crucial for the global anti-doping mission.
Area of Science:
- Sports Science
- Analytical Chemistry
- Pharmacology
Background:
- The global anti-doping mission relies on robust analytical approaches for human sports drug testing.
- Continuous advancements are needed to address evolving doping strategies and substances.
Purpose of the Study:
- To review and discuss analytical approaches in human sports drug testing published between October 2023 and September 2024.
- To focus on new or enhanced analytical options and investigations into substance metabolism and elimination.
- To contextualize findings within the World Anti-Doping Agency's 2024 Prohibited List.
Main Methods:
- Comprehensive literature review of scientific publications within the specified 12-month period.
- Analysis of new or enhanced analytical techniques for doping controls.
- Examination of studies on the metabolism and elimination of doping agents.
Main Results:
- Identified key research areas including anabolic agents, peptide hormones, and gene doping detection.
- Discussed analytical challenges related to an increasing number of target compounds and the need for analytical retrospectivity.
- Highlighted new information on established and potentially relevant doping substances.
Conclusions:
- The reviewed period shows significant progress in analytical methodologies for sports drug testing.
- Continued research into specific substance classes and detection strategies is vital for effective anti-doping efforts.
- Addressing analytical challenges is paramount for maintaining the integrity of sports.
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