Uncovering the Latest in Sports Drug Testing: 2023-2024 Review

The 17th edition of the annual banned-substance review just came out, and it's all about the latest findings in human sports drug testing. This one covers research published between October 2023 and September 2024. Just like before, the focus is on new ways to detect doping and figure out how certain substances work in the body. This year, they've looked into some well-known doping agents and some new ones that might be important. They've also talked about the challenges of keeping up with the growing number of drugs to look out for and the importance of being able to spot them quickly. The report highlights major areas of research, like anabolic agents, peptide hormones, and ways to detect gene doping. It's a big deal for the global anti-doping mission, as it helps understand what's happening and how to stay ahead of the game.