The Tobacco Test Kit described offers a practical and accurate solution for detecting cotinine, a metabolite of nicotine, in urine samples. Here are the key features highlighted:
-
Detection of Cotinine:
- The test card detects cotinine, which is a metabolite that remains stable in the human body for a longer duration than nicotine itself.
-
High Accuracy:
- It boasts over 99% accuracy in detecting cotinine, with a cut-off level set at 200 ng/ml.
-
Rapid and Simple to Use:
- The test is quick and straightforward:
- Dip the absorbent end of the card into the urine sample for 10-15 seconds.
- Results are available within 5 minutes, making it a convenient option for immediate screening.
-
Easy-to-Read Results:
- Results are clear and easy to interpret:
- Two lines indicate a negative result.
- One line indicates a positive result.
-
Practical Home Testing:
- The test kit meets SAMHSA (Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration) standards for substance abuse screening.
- It is commonly used for various purposes such as life insurance tests, monitoring teen cigarette/tobacco use, and self-monitoring nicotine levels.