The Athlete Biological Passport (ABP) is a tool that tracks an athlete's biological markers over time, promoting fair play and protecting clean athletes. It detects doping by examining variations in biological markers and conducting targeted testing. India has been added to the list of 17 approved APMUs by WADA.
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The World Anti-Doping Agency (WADA) has approved the National Dope Testing Laboratory (NDTL) to manage the Athlete Biological Passport (ABP).
It is an advanced anti-doping tool that monitors an athlete's biological markers over time, by analyzing variations in parameters such as blood and steroid profiles, the ABP helps to ensure fair play in sports and to protect clean athletes.
It detects doping sustance by examining variations in an athlete's biological markers. It promotes anti-doping by conducting targeted testing, investigations, deterrence, and providing indirect evidence of prohibited methods or substances.
The haematological module monitors markers of blood doping and detects the use of prohibited substances or methods to improve oxygen delivery.
The steroidal Module detects steroid doping markers and identifies anabolic androgenic steroids administered exogenously.
The Endocrine Module detects the use of human growth hormone (hGH) and its substitutes.
This approval adds NDTL to the list of 17 Athlete Passport Management Unit (APMU) approved by WADA worldwide. This recognition strengthens NDTL's position as a global player in the fight against doping and increases its credibility in managing anti-doping initiatives.
It was initiated by the International Olympic Committee (IOC) and formally established in Lausanne, Switzerland, in 1999 after the "Declaration of Lausanne."
Its main objective is to promote, coordinate, and monitor global efforts to combat doping in sports.
In 2002, its headquarters was shifted in Montreal, Quebec, Canada, and its regional offices are located throughout Europe, Africa, Asia/Oceania, and Latin America.
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PRACTICE QUESTION Q.Which of the following is the main objective of the Athlete Biological Passport (ABP)? A) Track doping substances B) Maintain travel records C) Track dietary patterns D) Monitor social media activities Answer: A Explanation: The Athlete Biological Passport (ABP) is an advanced anti-doping tool that tracks an athlete's biological markers over time by analyzing variations in parameters such as blood and steroid profiles, the ABP contributes to sports fairness and protects clean athletes. |
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