National Testing Program

The Georgian Anti-Doping Control and Education Agency (GADCEA) implements a strategic testing system that is intelligence-led, risk-based, data-driven, and adaptable. The organization conducts both In-Competition and Out-of-Competition testing to detect prohibited substances and methods, taking into account factors such as scientific advancements, social science research, competition schedules, and sport-specific characteristics.

Risk Assessment

A comprehensive risk assessment enhances the efficiency and effectiveness of the testing program by focusing resources on the most suitable athletes at the optimal times. This approach guides strategic asset allocation decisions and maximizes the capability for doping detection.

Test Distribution Plan (TDP)

GADCEA develops and executes a strategic, evidence-based, and balanced testing regimen through its Test Distribution Plan (TDP), which is anchored in systematic risk assessment and prioritization.

The TDP establishes appropriate priorities across different sports, competition categories, athlete classifications, testing methodologies, sample matrices (biological sample types), and laboratory analytical procedures.

The national anti-doping strategy places significant value and emphasis on Olympic disciplines and specific sports that present a higher risk of doping or hold greater national significance.

In-Competition Testing

In-Competition testing is executed during sports events. All athletic competitions falling under the jurisdiction of Georgia's national anti-doping policy are subject to testing.

In-Competition Period: In compliance with international standards, the In-Competition period commences twelve hours before a competition in which the athlete is scheduled to participate and continues through to the absolute conclusion of the event, including the completion of the sample collection procedure.

GADCEA collects both urine and blood samples as core components of its formal testing protocols.

Out-of-Competition Testing

The Out-of-Competition testing program maintained by GADCEA is a fundamental mechanism for preserving fair play and integrity standards in sport.

Whereabouts Information: Athlete whereabouts data serves as a critical mechanism for locating athletes at any given time without advance notice, constituting the cornerstone of successful anti-doping enforcement efforts.

ISTI Procedural Standard for Blood Sample Collection: In accordance with standard procedural protocols, if an athlete is selected for blood sample collection (including for the Athlete Biological Passport haematological module or serum analysis) and has recently engaged in strenuous physical activity (training or competition), sample collection must not proceed until at least 60 minutes have elapsed since the activity concluded. The Doping Control Officer (DCO) or Chaperone must maintain direct observation of the athlete during this 60-minute rest interval, with the final 10 minutes spent in a continuous, stationary seated position to ensure sample stabilization. These procedural logistics are strictly documented in the supplementary reporting forms and logged within the ADAMS interface.