News Updates

“Effective April 1, 2026, blood collection wait times will be introduced for all blood samples (except DBS samples). Athletes will need to wait 60 minutes after training and competition before providing a blood sample. This includes 10 minutes of seated rest, directly prior to providing the sample.

Until March 31, athletes will need to continue to wait two hours after completion of exercise before their blood sample can be collected.

Learn more about this update and blood collections in our Clean Sport Handbook (page 32): https://www.usada.org/wp-content/uploads/2026-Clean-Sport-Handbook_v2.pdf

Resources
USATF Anti Doping
US Anti Doping (USADA)
World Anti Doping (WADA)
Athletics Integrity Unit