What is the SRY gene test, and should it be used to test female athletes?

World Athletics has said that all athletes wishing to compete in the female category will have to take an SRY gene test, but experts are questioning the science behind the decision. <b>Jacqui Wise</b> reports

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BMJ
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2025-08-08
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https://doi.org/10.1136/bmj.r1698
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Genetics and Physical Performance
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What is the SRY gene test, and should it be used to test female athletes?

Jacqui Wise
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What is the SRY gene test, and should it be used to test female athletes?

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Abstract

World Athletics has said that all athletes wishing to compete in the female category will have to take an SRY gene test, but experts are questioning the science behind the decision. <b>Jacqui Wise</b> reports

BMJVol. 390
Gender equality
Openalex Percentile: Top 78%
Genetics and Physical Performance
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