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IOC and Olympic Peptide Regulations
International Olympic Committee rules on peptide use for Olympic athletes.
Introduction
IOC adopts WADA code, creating comprehensive peptide prohibition for Olympic sports.
WADA Prohibited List (IOC Adoption)
Peptide Categories
| Category | Status | Examples |
|---|---|---|
| Growth hormone | Prohibited | HGH, fragments |
| GH secretagogues | Prohibited | GHRPs, GHRHs |
| Growth factors | Prohibited | IGF-1, MGF |
| Peptide hormones | Prohibited | EPO, etc. |
Specific Peptides
| Peptide | Status | Detection |
|---|---|---|
| Ipamorelin | S2 Prohibited | Blood test |
| CJC-1295 | S2 Prohibited | Blood test |
| BPC-157 | S0 (non-approved) | Research |
| TB-500 | S2 Prohibited | Research |
| Follistatin | S4 Prohibited | Advanced |
Testing Sophistication
Current Methods
| Method | What It Detects | Effectiveness |
|---|---|---|
| GH isoform test | Exogenous GH | High |
| Biomarker test | GH use (IGF-1, P-III-NP) | High |
| Biological passport | Abnormal patterns | Growing |
| Gene doping tests | Gene therapy | Developing |
Detection Windows
| Marker | Window | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| GH isoforms | 12-24 hours | Short |
| IGF-1 elevation | Days-weeks | Longer |
| P-III-NP | 2-4 weeks | Extended |
| Pattern changes | Weeks-months | Passport |
Consequences
Sanction Framework
| Violation | First Offense | Second Offense |
|---|---|---|
| Presence | 4 years | 8 years |
| Trafficking | 4-10 years | Life |
| Administration | 4-10 years | Life |
Career Impact
| Effect | Duration |
|---|---|
| Competition ban | Per sanction |
| Medal forfeiture | All during violation |
| Funding loss | Immediate |
| Reputation | Permanent |
Therapeutic Use Exemptions
Requirements
| Factor | Standard |
|---|---|
| Medical necessity | Documented |
| No alternative | Must show |
| No performance advantage | Beyond normal |
| Application timing | Advance |
Conclusion
Olympic-level athletes face career-ending consequences for peptide use.
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