Testing

USADA’s testing program is widely considered to be among the most effective in sports, and as a result, athletes can rest assured that their rights to compete on a clean and level playing field are being protected everyday.

USADA conducts two types of doping control tests: In-Competition and Out-of-Competition (OOC) Testing. In-Competition Testing is conducted at a competition venue, while OOC Testing occurs with no advance notice and can occur at any location and at any time. Those athletes who compete and are not in the USADA Registered Testing Pool may still be subject to testing at any time.

For additional information on testing please use the links below or visit the testing page here.

Sample Collection Process Video

Sample Collection Processes

As part of the most effective testing program possible, Athletes tested by USADA are subject to both urine and blood testing. Click images for process details.

Urine Testing Process

Blood Testing Process

Athletes' Rights and Responsibilities

As an athlete, you have a number of important rights and responsibilities regarding drug testing.

Sample Collection Process Rights and Responsibilities

Disabled Athlete Rights

Minor Athlete Rights

Test Distribution Planning

Do you have questions about why you have been selected for testing, or how USADA determines which athletes will be tested? Learn more.