Cotinine Quantitative Urine (Passive Exposure to Cigarette Smoke)
Order Name
COTIN QT U
Test Number: 4312375
Revision Date 07/13/2011
Test Number: 4312375
Revision Date 07/13/2011
| Test Name | Methodology | LOINC Code |
|---|---|---|
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Cotinine Quantitative Urine (Passive Exposure to Cigarette Smoke)
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Enzyme-Linked Immunosorbent Assay (ELISA) |
| SPECIMEN REQUIREMENTS | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Specimen | Specimen Volume (min) | Specimen Type | Specimen Container | Transport Environment |
| Preferred | 2mL | Urine, Random | Sterile Urine container | Refrigerated |
| Instructions | STABILITY: Ambient 48 hours, Refrigerated 7 days, Frozen 7 weeks. | |||
| GENERAL INFORMATION | |
|---|---|
| Testing Schedule | Mon |
| Expected TAT | 3-8 Days |
| Clinical Use | The purpose of the low range Cotinine assay is to determine the extent of an individual’s exposure to tobacco smoke. Several studies have shown the importance of passive smoke exposure and asthma symptoms, especially in children. |
| CPT Code(s) | 83887 |
| Lab Section | Reference Lab |