Rashard Lewis, the Orlando Magic All-Star forward, was handed over a suspension of ten games by the NBA for violating its doping policy. The violation was noticed after elevated levels of testosterone were found in Lewis’s sample.

Lewis remarked that he used an over-the-counter supplement without knowing or believing that there was a banned substance in it.

From NYTimes.com:

Gary Wadler, an internist and a member of the World Anti-Doping Agency, said that elevated levels of testosterone can be caused by ingesting or injecting a substance, which helps build muscle mass and improves recovery time. Elevated levels of testosterone can also be caused by the substance DHEA, which is often found in supplements, Wadler said.

The supplement industry has come under increased scrutiny from federal authorities. The Food and Drug Administration warned consumers on July 29 not to use body-building products that are sold as over-the-counter nutritional supplements because they may contain steroids or steroid-like substances. The warning came five days after federal agents searched several locations tied to the company American Cellular Labs, which the authorities said sells supplements that contain designer steroids.

Lewis will be docked approximately $1.6 million of his $18 million salary for the 2009-10 season, The Associated Press said.