Drug Testing

noun a test or analysis to determine the composition or quality of a substance

verb to analyze or examine something in order to determine its quality or nature

• The scientist conducted an assay to determine the concentration of the compound in the sample.
• The lab tech ran an assay to check the levels of the drug in the blood sample.
• I heard they're doing an assay on that new supplement to see if it actually works.
• She performed a mental assay of her feelings before making a decision.

noun the use of a performance-enhancing drug in a competitive sport

verb to administer a performance-enhancing drug to an athlete

• The athlete was caught using doping substances during the competition.
• I heard that some athletes are using doping to enhance their performance.
• I can't believe he got caught doping before the big game.
• Doping your way to success is not a sustainable strategy in the long run.