Beschreibung
The cotinine rapid test (COT) can be used to detect the consumption of tobacco by means of a urine sample. The cotinine test can provide proof of smoking behavior. Smoking during pregnancy in particular is considered to be seriously harmful to the health of the infant. The cotinine rapid test can be used to detect whether smoking has taken place.
Remove the cotinine (COT) test strip from the packaging and dip it into the urine for about 15 seconds. Then place the test strip in a dry place and wait for the test result, which can be read after about 3 minutes.
For the exact procedure for carrying out the cotinine rapid test, please refer to the package insert.
Additional information about the cotinine (COT) tobacco test:
Sensitivity (cut-off): 200 ng/ml
Duration of detection: approx. 1 – 2 days
Interesting facts about cotinine
Cotinine is a metabolite of nicotine that is formed in the human body after smoking tobacco products. Here are some important aspects to consider in the context of cotinine:
Nicotine Metabolite: Cotinine is a breakdown product of nicotine and is formed by the conversion of nicotine in the body. It is a marker of tobacco use.
Detection in urine: Cotinine can be detected in urine and is often used for drug controls and smoking cessation programs to check tobacco use.
Smoking habits: The detection of cotinine can provide information about the extent and frequency of tobacco use. It can also be used to monitor the success of smoking cessation programs.
Health hazards: Smoking and the use of nicotine products are associated with significant health risks, including heart disease, lung cancer, respiratory diseases, and addiction.
Smoking cessation: Cotinine tests can help track progress in smoking cessation and measure the effectiveness of smoking cessation measures.
Passive smoking: Even individuals who don’t actively smoke may have cotinine in their system due to secondhand smoke exposure.
Cotinine is a useful marker for detecting tobacco use and monitoring the success of smoking cessation measures. The health risks associated with nicotine use are well documented, and quitting smoking is an important step towards improving health. Cotinine testing can help support the smoking cessation process and track progress.
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