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Question 1

Which WADA-banned substance class includes peptide hormones such as erythropoietin (EPO)?

Accepted Answer

S2 Peptide hormones, growth factors, related substances

Answer

EPO falls under WADA Section S2 (Peptide hormones, growth factors, related substances and mimetics), which is prohibited at all times.

Question 2

The 'female athlete triad' consists of energy deficiency, menstrual dysfunction, and:

Accepted Answer

Low bone mineral density

Answer

The classic female athlete triad consists of low energy availability (with or without disordered eating), menstrual dysfunction, and low bone mineral density.

Question 3

Which amino acid is the primary precursor for nitric oxide synthesis and may improve exercise performance via vasodilation?

Accepted Answer

L-arginine

Answer

L-arginine is the primary substrate for nitric oxide synthase, and its supplementation may enhance blood flow and oxygen delivery to muscles.

Question 4

A marathon runner complains of fatigue and poor performance. Serum ferritin is 8 ng/mL. The MOST likely diagnosis affecting performance is:

Accepted Answer

Iron depletion without anemia (stage 2)

Answer

Ferritin of 8 ng/mL indicates stage 2 iron depletion (iron-deficient erythropoiesis) without frank anemia, which still impairs endurance performance.

Question 5

Which dietary fat is most associated with reducing cardiovascular disease risk and has documented anti-inflammatory properties relevant to athletic recovery?

Accepted Answer

Omega-3 fatty acids (EPA/DHA)

Answer

Omega-3 fatty acids (EPA and DHA), found in fatty fish and fish oil, reduce pro-inflammatory eicosanoids and are associated with cardiovascular and recovery benefits.

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