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Cotinine is a laboratory test that measures a result in a Urine sample. It may be ordered to investigate symptoms, support a diagnosis or monitor a condition, depending on your clinician's advice.
The current booking price is shown at Rs. 328 against an MRP of Rs. 360, inclusive of taxes where applicable.
No fasting is required for this test alone. If another test in the same order requires fasting, follow its preparation instructions. Home sample collection is available in serviceable cities. A trained phlebotomist collects the sample using sterile equipment, and the report is shared online after processing.
Reference ranges vary by laboratory and method. Use the range printed on your final report. The information below is educational only.
| Measure | Typical guide | Note |
|---|---|---|
| Result format | Detected or not detected | Cut-offs and detection windows vary by drug and method. |
| Screening result | Presumptive | Positive screens may need confirmatory testing. |
| Detection window | Hours to days/weeks | Depends on substance, dose, sample type and metabolism. |
| Reason | Description |
|---|---|
| Substance exposure | Checks for alcohol, nicotine or drug-class exposure. |
| Clinical safety | Used in poisoning, monitoring or occupational/administrative contexts. |
| Follow-up | May require confirmation if result has legal or employment impact. |
| Situation | Description |
|---|---|
| Symptoms | Confusion, drowsiness, agitation, breathing changes, suspected overdose. |
| Monitoring context | Treatment program, medicine safety or exposure review. |
| Workplace/contextual use | When a documented screen is required. |
| Topic | Guidance |
|---|---|
| Fasting | No fasting is required for this test alone. If another test in the same order requires fasting, follow its preparation instructions. |
| Disclosure | Report prescribed medicines and supplements. |
| Interpretation | Screening tests can have false positives or false negatives. |
Home sample collection for Cotinine is available in the cities below, subject to confirmation of your pincode at booking.
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Your sample is collected by a trained phlebotomist and sent to the partner laboratory for analysis. The laboratory processes the sample using its validated procedures and quality controls. Your final report shows the result, unit and reference range used for that test. Discuss an unexpected or abnormal result with your clinician.