Nicotine / Cotinine Qualitative, Urine
النيكوتين / الكوتينين (نوعي)، بول
Sample Type
🧪 Urine
Results In
⏱ 5-7 Days
Fasting
✅ Not Required
Parameters
📊 1
What is Nicotine / Cotinine Qualitative, Urine?
This urine test checks for the presence of nicotine and cotinine, which is a major breakdown product of nicotine. It's used to detect recent tobacco use or exposure to nicotine products.
Why is this test important?
It's commonly used for employment screenings, monitoring smoking cessation programs, or for insurance purposes. A positive result indicates recent nicotine exposure, while a negative result suggests no recent use.
How to Prepare
No special preparation required.
Frequently Asked Questions
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