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    What Is the Cotinine - Qualitative Test?

    A qualitative cotinine test is an uncomplicated urine test used to assess the amount of cotinine present in your urine.

    Cotinine is a byproduct produced when nicotine is processed by the body. It is present in products containing tobacco. Since cotinine stays in the body longer than nicotine, due to its slower rate of elimination, it serves as a more reliable indicator of nicotine exposure. This type of test is often used to confirm tobacco use or exposure to second-hand smoke. It helps to establish whether a person has used tobacco products or been exposed to nicotine second-hand.

    Nicotine, found in tobacco leaves and typically consumed through smoking or chewing, is highly addictive. Long-term tobacco use increases the likelihood of developing serious health conditions, including lung cancer, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), heart disease, stroke, and respiratory infections.

    The Cotinine Qualitative test proves helpful when nicotine poisoning is suspected. It is commonly used when a doctor requires confirmation of exposure to a hazardous amount of nicotine, which could result from the accidental consumption of nicotine-containing products.

    This simple test is vital in identifying nicotine exposure, playing an important role in health evaluations and treatment planning.

    Cotinine - Qualitative Test Parameters

    The qualitative cotinine test is a diagnostic tool used to detect one specific parameter: cotinine in the urine.

    Cotinine is the main substance produced when the body metabolises 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 over 20 substances, one of which is cotinine, and the kidneys excrete these substances through urine. Cotinine levels may rise due to direct use of tobacco or exposure to second-hand smoke. Cotinine remains in the body for a considerably longer time than nicotine, which is why the cotinine urine test is more reliable than a nicotine test. This test is both simple and effective for detecting tobacco use, smoke exposure, or signs of nicotine poisoning, assisting doctors in making informed healthcare decisions.

    Cotinine - Qualitative Test Preparation

    Things to keep in mind before booking a Cotinine Qualitative test in Delhi:

    • Prerequisites

    There is no need to fast before undergoing the Cotinine Qualitative test.

    • Best Time to Get Tested

    The test can be taken at any time of the day.

    • Who Should Get the Cotinine Qualitative Test?

    The test is typically recommended for those who are quitting smoking, adjusting the dose of their nicotine patch, undergoing insurance-related health checks, or checking for nicotine poisoning.

    • Cautions Before Taking the Cotinine Qualitative Test

    No special preparations are required before the test. However, it’s best to consult your doctor to ensure that this test is right for you.

    Why Take the Cotinine - Qualitative Test?

    A cotinine test is commonly required to determine if an individual is using tobacco or has been exposed to tobacco smoke.

    If you are working to quit smoking, this test can be used to measure your progress in a smoking cessation programme. It allows doctors to assess the effectiveness of nicotine patches and make any necessary dosage adjustments.

    Some insurance providers require the test as part of their health screening to evaluate tobacco use before granting coverage. Employers with a no-smoking policy might also request this test as part of the recruitment process to ensure that applicants are not using tobacco products.

    In some instances, doctors may order a cotinine test when nicotine poisoning is suspected. Nicotine poisoning can result from excessive intake of nicotine, either from tobacco or other products like nicotine lozenges or e-cigarettes. Symptoms include dizziness, nausea, drooling, and vomiting, while severe cases can cause an increased heart rate, breathing difficulties, seizures, or even coma.

    In general, the cotinine test is a valuable tool for doctors and employers to monitor tobacco use, manage smoking cessation, and identify health risks related to nicotine exposure.

    FAQs on the Cotinine - Qualitative Test in Delhi

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

    Yes, Orange Health Labs offers home sample collection services for the Cotinine Qualitative test in Delhi. Your home sample can be collected within 60 minutes of booking, dependant onslot availability.

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

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

    To schedule a test or health checkup through our platform, follow these steps:

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

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

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

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

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

    The Cotinine Qualitative Test does not offer numerical results. Instead, the outcome is reported as:

    • Positive: Cotinine is detected.

    • Negative: Cotinine is not detected.

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

    How often you should take this test will be determined by your doctor based on your condition and risk profile. It's important to follow your doctor’s advice on test frequency.

    This test assesses a single factor: whether cotinine is present in the urine.

    Orange Health offers the fastest Cotinine Qualitative test in Delhi, delivered conveniently to your home without needing a physical laboratory visit. Localities served include but are not limited to Chandni Chowk, Connaught Place, Defence Colony, Dwarka, Greater Kailash, Green Park, Hauz Khas, Janakpuri, Rajouri Garden, Rohini, Safdarjung Enclave, Shahdara, South Extension, Kalkaji, Karol Bagh, Lajpat Nagar, Malviya Nagar, Mayur Vihar, Nehru Place, Preet Vihar, and Vasant Kunj.

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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 Delhi

    Test NameCotinine - Qualitative Test
    PriceThe Cotinine - Qualitative Test price is ₹ 750.
    Also Known AsNicotine Metabolite test, Urine Cotinine test, Nicotine Urine test
    PurposeTo measure the 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 urine sample collection in 60 minutes from booking.
    Sample RequiredA urine sample is required for a Cotinine - Qualitative test

    Cotinine - Qualitative Test Price in Delhi

    The Cotinine - Qualitative Test cost in Delhi 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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