More Plates More Dates Elite Olympic Sprinter Accidentally Reveals How Many Are Doping After Testing Positive
Mar 21, 2022
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Okagbare's Doping Scandal
- Blessing Okagbare, an Olympic medalist, was banned for 10 years for doping.
- She tested positive for multiple substances, including EPO and HGH.
EPO Testing Limitations
- EPO tests are not always conducted due to cost and complexity.
- This allows athletes who understand the testing procedures to potentially microdose and avoid detection.
Challenges in HGH Testing
- HGH testing is difficult, with a small detection window and limited successful cases.
- Despite its prevalent use, the current testing methods, like the isoform differential immunoassay, are not highly effective.