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    What is Cotinine - Qualitative Test?

    A qualitative cotinine test is a simple urine test, which is used to measure how much cotinine is present in your urine.

    Cotinine is produced when the body breaks down nicotine through a chemical reaction. You can find this “nicotine chemical” present in products that contain tobacco. Cotinine is cleared up slowly from the body, so it stays in the body for a longer time compared to nicotine. This makes cotinine a more reliable indicator of nicotine exposure. It is often used to determine tobacco use or exposure to second-hand smoke. This type of testing helps assess whether someone has used tobacco products or been exposed to nicotine indirectly.

    Nicotine which is found in tobacco leaves and usually consumed by chewing tobacco leaves or through smoking, is highly addictive. Prolonged use of tobacco increases the risk of severe health conditions like lung cancer, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), heart disease, stroke, and respiratory infections.

    The Cotinine Qualitative test can be helpful in cases of suspected nicotine poisoning. For example, it may be performed when a doctor needs to confirm exposure to a harmful amount of nicotine, which can result from accidental ingestion of nicotine products.

    This simple test plays an important role in identifying nicotine exposure for health evaluations and medical treatment planning.

    Cotinine - Qualitative Test Parameters

    The qualitative cotinine test is used to evaluate one specific parameter: the presence of cotinine in urine.

    Cotinine is the main substance produced when the body breaks down nicotine, a highly addictive chemical found in tobacco. People are exposed to nicotine through smoking, chewing tobacco, or using nicotine replacement products like patches, gums, or e-cigarettes.

    When nicotine enters the body, the liver breaks it down into more than 20 substances, one of which is cotinine. The kidneys then remove these substances from the body through urine. Cotinine levels can increase due to direct tobacco use or even exposure to second-hand smoke.

    Cotinine stays in the body for a significantly longer time as compared to nicotine; therefore, the cotinine urine test is more reliable than a nicotine test.

    This test is simple and also effective in detecting if anyone is using tobacco, exposed to smoke, or has possible nicotine poisoning, helping doctors make informed health evaluations.

    Cotinine - Qualitative Test Preparation

    Consider the following before scheduling a Cotinine Qualitative test in Bangalore:

    • Prerequisites

    You do not have to fast before undergoing the Cotinine Qualitative test.

    • Best Time to Get Tested

    This test can be scheduled at any time of the day.

    • Who Should Get This Test

    This test is recommended for those who are quitting smoking, adjusting nicotine patch doses, undergoing insurance health checks, or checking for nicotine poisoning.

    • Cautions Before Taking This Test

    You do not have to do any special preparation before taking the Cotinine Qualitative test. However, consult your doctor before undergoing the test to ensure it is appropriate for your situation.

    Why Take the Cotinine - Qualitative Test?

    A cotinine test is often needed to check if someone is using tobacco or has been exposed to tobacco smoke. If you are trying to quit smoking, this test can help measure your progress in a smoking cessation program. It helps your doctor assess how well a nicotine patch is working and determine the right dosage for you.

    Some insurance companies use it as part of their health exam process to check tobacco use before approving a policy. Employers who have a no-smoking policy may also ask for this test during job applications to ensure that candidates are not smoking or using tobacco products.

    In some cases, a cotinine test may be requested when doctors suspect nicotine poisoning. Nicotine poisoning can happen if someone ingests too much nicotine, either through tobacco use or other products like nicotine lozenges or e-cigarettes. If nicotine poisoning is present, it will be accompanied by symptoms such as dizziness, nausea, drooling, and vomiting. In more serious cases, it can lead to increased heart rate, trouble breathing, seizures, or even coma.

    Overall, a cotinine test helps doctors and employers monitor tobacco use, manage smoking cessation, and identify potential health risks related to nicotine exposure.

    FAQs on Cotinine - Qualitative Test in Bangalore

    The Cotinine Qualitative test cost is ₹ 750. This price covers the fastest home sample collection within 60 minutes of booking confirmation.

    Yes, Orange Health Labs provides home sample collection services for the Cotinine Qualitative test in Bangalore. Your sample can be collected at home within 60 minutes of booking, subject to slot availability.

    A Cotinine Qualitative test is used to detect tobacco use or exposure to second-hand smoke, helping assess smoking habits, nicotine poisoning, or compliance with cessation programs.

    No, you are not required to fast for the Cotinine Qualitative test.

    To book a test or health checkup through our platform, you can follow these simple steps:

    • Find the Test : Search for the Cotinine Qualitative test in Bangalore and visit Orange Health’s page from the list.

    • Review and Verify : Select the Cotinine Qualitative test, review any prerequisites, enter your location, and complete the booking by choosing a convenient time for sample collection.

    • Sample Collection : A trained eMedic will be assigned to collect the sample from your home at the scheduled time.

    • Laboratory Processing : The sample will be sent to our ICMR-approved and NABL-accredited laboratory for analysis.

    • Receive Results : The reports of your Cotinine Qualitative test at home will be delivered via email or WhatsApp within 6 hours and can also be accessed through our app.

    The Cotinine Qualitative Test does not provide specific numerical values. Instead, the results are reported as:

    • Positive: Cotinine is detected.

    • Negative: Cotinine is not detected.

    Once you book the Cotinine Qualitative test, Orange Health Labs will dispatch an eMedic to collect your sample within 60 minutes. The blood sample is collected in just a few minutes. You can expect to receive your reports online within 6 hours.

    The frequency of the Cotinine Qualitative test depends on your doctor's assessment of your condition and risk. You should follow the doctor’s guidance on how often to have the test.

    The Cotinine Qualitative test evaluates a single parameter: the presence or absence of cotinine in urine.

    Orange Health offers the fastest Cotinine Qualitative test in Bangalore, delivered conveniently to your home without needing a physical laboratory visit. Localities served include but are not limited to Adugodi, Banashankari, Bannerghatta, Basavanagudi, Bellandur, BTM Layout, Chamrajpet, Cottonpet, CV Raman Nagar, Domlur, Electronic City, Frazer Town, Giri Nagar, Hebbal, Hennur, Hosur, HSR Layout, Jakkur, Jalahalli, Jaya Nagar, Kadugodi, Kammanahalli, Kengeri, Koramangala, Mahalakshmi Layout, Madiwala, Magadi Road, Malleshwaram, Marathahalli, Mathikere, Mysore Road, Nagarbhavi, Nandhini Layout, Old Airport Road, Peenya, RT Nagar, Rajaji Nagar, Rajarajeshwari Nagar, Sadashivnagar, Sahakara Nagar, Sanjay Nagar, Sarjapur, Seshadripuram, Shanthi Nagar, Shivaji Nagar, Sri Nagar, Tyagarajnagar, Uttarahalli, Vasanth Nagar, Vidyaranyapura, Vijaya Nagar, Whitefield, Yelahanka, Yeshwantpur.

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    References

    1. Nicotine Cotinine (Urine) - Health Encyclopedia - University of Rochester Medical Center [Internet].  Available from:  https://www.urmc.rochester.edu/encyclopedia/content.aspx?contentid=nicotine_cotinine&contenttypeid=167
    2. Nicotine/Cotinine [Internet].  Available from:  https://labtestsonline.org.uk/tests/nicotinecotinine

    Cotinine - Qualitative Test in Bangalore

    Test NameCotinine - Qualitative Test
    PriceThe Cotinine - Qualitative Test price is ₹ 750.
    Also Known AsNicotine metabolite test, Urine cotinine test, Nicotine urine test
    PurposeTo measure Presence of cotinine in urine.
    Pre-test InformationFasting is not required for a Cotinine - Qualitative Test
    Report DeliveryGet reports within 6 hours.
    FrequencyAs prescribed by your doctor.
    Home TestingYes, home blood sample collection in 60 minutes from booking.
    Sample RequiredA blood sample is required for a Cotinine - Qualitative Test

    Cotinine - Qualitative Test Price in Bangalore

    The Cotinine - Qualitative Test cost in Bangalore is ₹ 750. This Cotinine - Qualitative Test price includes the fastest home sample collection within 60 minutes of booking, and the reports are available in 6 hours.

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