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"Blood Doping" is when an athlete removes about a quart of their own blood and freezes it so it doesn't die. Once the blood has grown back into the body the extracted blood is put back in, giving the athlete more red blood cells to carry oxygen to the muscles. This also results in more carbon dioxide being removed from the blood, giving the athlete more energy and stamina.
In an effort to "clean up" sport for the 2000 Sydney Olympics, the International Olympic Committee (IOC) accelerated its efforts to develop satisfactory EPO testing methods. The sudden deaths of 18 Dutch and Belgian cyclists between 1987 and 1990 were linked to the illicit and uncontrolled use of synthetic erythropoietin (EPO), which was first released for medical use in 1987. Its widespread use was exposed during investigations during the 1998 Tour de France cycle race.
Blood doping is a process in which a syringe of blood is removed from the body and stored in refrigeration. After the body has replaced the blood in a week or 2, the syringe of blood is reintroduced into the body just before a competition or sporting event. This gives the athlete boosted stamina and strength. The excess blood is soon reabsorbed into the body, so the effects are only good for a day maybe 2. This process is dangerous if not done by a trained doctor or phlebotomist. I dont recommend it be attempted by the average athlete. Blood doping is also known as "blood packing".
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What sport benefit from blood doping?
Distance running has been notorious for its epo blood doping scandals in recent years.
Does blood doping work?
Yes.
What positive effects does blood doping have on athletes?
Blood doping increases the amount of red blood cells. This means that more oxygen can be carried around in the bloodstream and because of this increase of oxygen the muscles can work for longer and people who use blood doping can train for longer.
Why is blood doping legal or illegal?
Blood doping is considered illegal in most sports because it involves artificially enhancing one's red blood cell count, which can improve endurance performance. This gives athletes using blood doping an unfair advantage over their competitors. Additionally, the health risks associated with blood doping, such as increased blood viscosity and risk of blood clots, further highlight the reasons for its prohibition in competitive sports.
What is the meaning of blood doping?
The meaning of blood doping is the art of increasing red blood cells in the bloodstream. This practice enhances athletic performance. It improves an athlete's aerobic capacity and endurance.
What are risks of blood doping?
AIDs Prison and Death
How is EPO different from transfusion blood doping?
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When was blood doping first identified?
lance armstrong
What negative effects does blood doping have on athletes?
in case of homologous doping method: * the athlete may contract blood borne diseases, * transfusion reactions may develop, * he/she may develop increased transfusion sensitivity. In case of autologous doping method: * the athlete showa decrease in efficacy of training when blood is drawn out.
When was blood doping banned?
June 17, 1985 The United States Olympic Committee unanimously passed a resolution outlawing the practice of ''blood doping.'' http://www.nytimes.com/1985/06/17/sports/blood-doping-is-banned.html
How did Alexei Cherepanov die?
on the bench during a game in Russia, death caused by a blood condition and possibly blood doping.
In which event would performers use blood doping and why?
Ussually long distance running or cycling. It allows for more oxygen and hemoglobin to enter the bllod allowing for easier breathing at streesed intervals. An alternative to blood doping is training at higher elevations.
