Nicotine Metabolite (Cotinine), Quantitative

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GenderMale & Female
Contains1 parameters
Earliest reports inSame Day
PreparationNo preparation needed

Overview of Nicotine Metabolite (Cotinine), Quantitative in Aluva

What is the nicotine metabolite serum test used for?

This test detects nicotine breakdown products (cotinine, anabasine) in the blood, helping assess:

Smoking or tobacco use
Secondhand smoke exposure
Compliance with smoking cessation programs



How long can nicotine metabolites be detected in the blood?


Cotinine (primary metabolite): Detected for up to 7 days

Nicotine itself: Usually clears within 24 hours


Can medications or foods affect the test results?

Yes, some medications (e.g., bupropion) and foods (e.g., tomatoes, eggplants) may influence nicotine metabolism.

Test included

Nicotine Metabolite (Cotinine), Quantitative includes 1 parameter

  • Nicotine Metabolite (cotinine)

Test code

8826S

CPT and Loinc codes

Department

  • Endocrinology

Turn around time

Same Day

Test run frequency

Every Day TIME - 11:00 , 16:00

Performing locations

1 labs across India

Specimen vol. and vacutainer information

SpecimenVacutainerVolume
SerumYellow Vacutainer.5 ML

Specimen stability information

Serum

Nicotine Metabolite (Cotinine), Quantitative

₹2335

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