Split Sample Program Launched for New York Racetracks
Edited Press Release
November 10, 2017
New York launched its split sample program started on opening day at Aqueduct Racetrack, in Queens.
New York launched its split sample program started on opening day at Aqueduct Racetrack, in Queens.
Gene doping’s effects, good or bad, remain unclear. It might not affect performance and could have serious side effects.
The out-of-competition tests from all horses preparing for the Breeders’ Cup were clear, as well.
The IFHA chairman received authority to work with relevant racing jurisdictions the anti-doping policy’s implementation.
Horses’ RNA could contain clues about even the sneakiest substance abuse cases, researchers have learned.
The center will DNA test all Thoroughbred foals and serve 30 other horse breed societies across Australia.
Johnson’s horse Luke Skywalker 46 tested positive for the local anesthetic pramoxine in January.
Officials say the new regulations are strengthening the integrity of the state’s horse racing industry.
Three horses tested positive for the banned substance diisopropylamine, a vasodilator.
At its Aug. 21 meeting at Del Mar Turf Club, in Del Mar, California, the Racing Medication and Testing Consortium (RMTC) board approved the immediate
As of Sept. 1, equestrians must submit disclosure forms if their horses receive medroxyprogesterone acetate (MPA).
While tiny quantities of some substances were found in samples, researchers say it’s not necessarily cause for concern.
Some believe the recommended penalties aren’t enough for egregious violations and too harsh for isolated minor offenses.
Topics covered included the Horseracing Integrity Act of 2017, Thoroughbred Safety Committee recommendations, and more.
The FEI also announced that a Belgian show jumping horse has tested positive for a metabolite of the analgesic tramadol.
Labs in Australia, France, Great Britain, Hong Kong, and the United States earned reference laboratory accreditation.
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