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The potential of mid-infrared photoacoustic spectroscopy for the detection of various doping agents used by athletes

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The feasibility of laser-photoacoustic measurements for the detection and the analysis of different isolated doping agents in the vapour phase is discussed. To the best of our knowledge, this is the first time that photoacoustic vapour-phase measurements of doping substances have been presented. Spectra of different doping classes (stimulants, anabolica, diuretica, and beta blockers) are shown and discussed in terms of their detection sensitivity and selectivity. The potential of laser spectroscopy for detecting the intake of prohibited substances by athletes is explored.

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Fischer, C., Bartlome, R. & Sigrist, M. The potential of mid-infrared photoacoustic spectroscopy for the detection of various doping agents used by athletes. Appl. Phys. B 85, 289–294 (2006). https://doi.org/10.1007/s00340-006-2367-y

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