Tobacco Use Screen
$139.00
This urine screening test determines active exposure to nicotine-containing products and compliance with smoking-cessation programs. Testing also includes specimen validity tests to check for specimen integrity and adulteration.
Preparation:
No preparation is required for this test.
Collection Method:
Sterile Specimen Cup
Sample Type:
Urine
Processing Time:
3-5 Days$139.00
About The Test
Test Overview
A tobacco use screen is designed to identify individuals who use tobacco products, such as cigarettes or smokeless tobacco. It is typically used to evaluate a person’s tobacco use habits, assess their readiness to quit, and guide interventions for smoking cessation.
Symptoms
- Chronic cough
- Shortness of breath
- Reduced lung function
- Increased phlegm production
- Chest pain
- Increased risk of lung cancer
- Chronic bronchitis
- Increased risk of heart disease
- Chronic sinus congestion
Test Includes
3-OH-Cotinine
3-OH-Cotinine, also known as 3-hydroxycotinine, is a chemical compound that is a metabolite of nicotine and cotinine.
Cotinine
A chemical compound that is a metabolite of nicotine.
Nicotine
A natural chemical compound found in the leaves of the tobacco plant.
Specimen Validity Testing
Specimen validity testing (SVT) is a process used in drug testing to determine the integrity and authenticity of a urine sample provided for analysis. It is primarily employed in drug testing programs to ensure that the submitted urine specimen is valid and has not been tampered with or adulterated in any way that could affect the accuracy of drug test results.
Recommended For
Associated Conditions
Understanding Results
