Doping In Sports! Trivia Facts Quiz

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Xipamide and Bendroflumethiazide are examples of banned substances within the category of diuretics and other masking agents. Diuretics are substances that increase urine production and promote the excretion of water and electrolytes from the body. They can be used to mask the presence of other prohibited substances in urine samples by diluting or flushing them out. This category also includes other substances that can interfere with the doping control process, such as agents that alter the pH or specific gravity of urine. Therefore, athletes are prohibited from using diuretics and other masking agents to maintain the integrity of drug testing in sports.

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On 19 October 1999 Baumann tested positive for nandrolone and received a two-year suspension, thus missing the 2000 Summer Olympics. The exact circumstances of this episode remain unclear. Baumann was voluntary tested after the initial results by an independent institute. Extremely high levels of nandrolone continued to be found in the tests and the results of the tests fluctuated dramatically depending on which time of day Baumann was tested. After several weeks of voluntary tests, Baumann claimed that the results varied with the time of day because the nandrolone was in his toothpaste. The German Athletics Federation (DLV) reluctantly believed Baumann that someone had manipulated his toothpaste and allowed him to start at the German championships where Baumann qualified for the Olympic Games in Sydney. However, the IAAF did not agree with that verdict and imposed a ban. Baumann tried to sue the IAAF before a German court but was unsuccessful

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An IRMS test, which stands for Isotope Ratio Mass Spectrometry, can be used to detect the presence of synthetic testosterone. This test analyzes the ratio of isotopes in a sample to determine if it matches the natural levels found in the body. Synthetic testosterone is often used illegally to enhance athletic performance, and the IRMS test can accurately identify its presence.

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Victor Conte, the man behind the infamous BALCO steroids scandal, believes that very low levels of testosterone are commonly being abused within elite sports. This suggests that athletes may be intentionally reducing their testosterone levels to gain a competitive advantage.

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Six athletes who participated in the 100m race at the Seoul Olympics in 1988 later tested positive for or were involved in the use of performance-enhancing drugs at some point in their careers.