Gold Sports Person Testing Service
Full clinical examination including examination of the heart, lungs abdomen (and prostate if requested). Analysis of urine to look for abnormalities of kidney function Electrocardiogram - this test analyses the rhythm of the heart and can also provide some information regarding problems such as heart size and heart strain.Blood tests which include: Full blood count - to look for abnormalities in haemoglobin or red cellsElectrolytes - to look at kidney function and to analyse the amount of salt in the bloodLiver function tests - to assess the liver and its response to performance enhancing drugsThyroid function tests- these are particularly important if athletes are taking thyroxine or other related stimulantsTesting for hormonal abnormalities that result from taking anabolic steroids. These tests provide information regarding the likelihood of suffering from testicular atrophy (small balls) and infertility and loss of libido (sex drive).