A sequence of lab results that UFC middleweight Vitor Belfort released today reveal the fighter’s spike in testosterone at the time of a random drug test and a subsequent fall in hormone levels as he underwent additional tests, most of which were performed under his direction. According to documents released today by Belfort, 37, his serum testosterone levels went from high-normal for adult men to well over the limit, and then well below the level considered healthy. ( Directly download a PDF of Belfort’s test results and statement here .) Belfort (24-10 MMA, 13-6 UFC), a public user of testosterone-replacement therapy since January 2013, said he considered applying for a therapeutic-use exemption for a middleweight title fight against champ Chris Weidman in Las Vegas at UFC 173, as earlier reported. But his ability to get a TUE and a license with the Nevada State Athletic Commission was compromised with the results of the random test, and he was removed from the card.
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Vitor Belfort releases test results showing spike, plummet following NSAC fail – MMA Junkie