what is usada ufc

The United States Anti-Doping Agency (USADA) is recognized by the Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC) as the official, independent anti-doping agency for the UFC. USADA is an independent, non-profit, non-governmental agency whose sole mission is to preserve the integrity of competition, inspire true sport, and protect the rights of athletes. The UFC Anti-Doping Program is the first independent anti-doping program in U.S. professional sport, implemented in 2015 by partnering with USADA. The program provides a centralized and consistent anti-doping experience for more than 650 athletes in more than 58 countries, navigating more than 8 languages. USADA is responsible for the results management process for UFC athletes, which includes informing athletes of the results of their drug tests and managing any potential anti-doping policy violations in accordance with the UFC Anti-Doping Policy. The UFC Prohibited List is the adaptable document identifying substances and methods prohibited in the UFC, updated annually. Athletes can check the prohibited status of medications by visiting UFC Global DRO. The Athlete Test History search includes all samples collected from and test sessions with UFC athletes under USADA’s UFC Anti-Doping Program.