Cotinine
noun
Cotinine is a chemical that is produced in the body when nicotine is broken down. It is often used to measure tobacco exposure.
Doctors can test for cotinine to determine if someone has been using tobacco.

Often appears as...
- cotinine levels
- measuring cotinine
Usage tips
Neutral
General
noun
Cotinine is a chemical that is produced in the body when nicotine is broken down. It is often used to measure tobacco exposure.
Doctors can test for cotinine to determine if someone has been using tobacco.

Often appears as...
- cotinine levels
- measuring cotinine
Usage tips
Neutral
General
Definition 1 of 1

Context
Cotinine is primarily discussed in medical and health contexts, often related to smoking habits.
Medical studies often include cotinine as a crucial factor.
Nuance
The presence of cotinine may suggest not only active smoking but also exposure to secondhand smoke.
Understanding cotinine levels can reveal health risks associated not just with smoking.
Emotion
Checking cotinine levels can lead to stress for smokers looking to quit.
For some, low cotinine levels may bring relief indicating lower tobacco use.
Context
Cotinine is primarily discussed in medical and health contexts, often related to smoking habits.
Medical studies often include cotinine as a crucial factor.
Nuance
The presence of cotinine may suggest not only active smoking but also exposure to secondhand smoke.
Understanding cotinine levels can reveal health risks associated not just with smoking.
Emotion
Checking cotinine levels can lead to stress for smokers looking to quit.
For some, low cotinine levels may bring relief indicating lower tobacco use.
Context
Cotinine is primarily discussed in medical and health contexts, often related to smoking habits.
Medical studies often include cotinine as a crucial factor.
Nuance
The presence of cotinine may suggest not only active smoking but also exposure to secondhand smoke.
Understanding cotinine levels can reveal health risks associated not just with smoking.
Emotion
Checking cotinine levels can lead to stress for smokers looking to quit.
For some, low cotinine levels may bring relief indicating lower tobacco use.
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