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What is UFC USADA?
Since 2015, the United States Anti-Doping Agency® (USADA) has been recognized by the UFC as its official, independent anti-doping agency. USADA is a signatory to the World Anti-Doping Code (Code) which harmonizes anti-doping rules across the globe.
Does USADA work for the UFC?
USADA is responsible for the results management process for UFC athletes, which includes informing athletes of the results of their drug tests and managing any potential anti-doping policy violations in accordance with the UFC Anti-Doping Policy.
What is USADA testing?
From test planning and collection of a urine or blood sample, through the results managements process, USADA provides a thorough program, with policies and procedures in accordance with the World Anti-Doping Code, the WADA International Standards, the United States Olympic & Paralympic Committee Anti-Doping Rules, and …
Who does the testing for the UFC?
The UFC fighters get randomly tested for PEDs multiple times per year on average. USADA performs a minimum of 2,750 tests per year, which is around five tests per fighter, per year.
What is a USADA test?
What do UFC fighters get tested for?
The MMA Fighter Package can help screen and diagnose MMA players for three important viruses: HIV, Hepatitis C and Hepatitis B. This will help identify an infected player and eradicate any existing risk of spreading the infection.
When did Usada come to UFC?
2015
In 2015, by partnering with UFC, USADA implemented the first independent anti-doping program in U.S. professional sport. This program helped UFC position itself at the forefront of the fight for clean sport in mixed martial arts.
When did Usada come into the UFC?
When it was launched in June 2015, the Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC) Anti-Doping Program became the first independent anti-doping program in major fighting sports.
Is USADA testing random?
The program includes a comprehensive drug-testing policy that will incorporate random, year-round unannounced testing of all 600-plus fighters on the UFC’s roster. A minimum of 2,750 tests will take place across the UFC roster each year, which averages out to about five random tests per fighter, per year.
When did USADA come to UFC?
When did USADA come into the UFC?
Is Usada testing random?