Insulin as a drug of abuse in body building.
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چکیده
A theoretical benefit of insulin abuse by body builders is that it is undetectable by currently available tests. A case is presented that highlights the dangers of such abuse.
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عنوان ژورنال:
- British journal of sports medicine
دوره 37 4 شماره
صفحات -
تاریخ انتشار 2003