Cotinine (Urine - Spot/Random) Test | Austin Pathology

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Cotinine (Urine - Spot/Random)

Alternate Names	Cotinine - qualitative
Test Code	UCOT
Testing Laboratory	Referred Laboratory
Specimen Type	Urine - Spot/Random
Container Type	70 mL Sterile Container (Yellow Top)
Medicare Rebate	Yes
Out of Pocket Costs	None
Ordering Information	Cotinine is the major metabolite of Nicotine. A random urinary cotinine is available but serum/plasma cotinine is the preferred assay. 24 hour urinary cotinine is not available.
Collection Instructions	-
Transport Instructions	Transport ambient at room temperature
Storage Instructions	Store refrigerated at 4°C
Testing Frequency	Weekly
Min Test Volume	1mL
Add On Test Suitability	This test can be added up to 7 days from collection, if refrigerated.

Container ID	CB, CBS
Laboratory Instructions	None
External Laboratory	Chemical Pathology, Royal Prince Alfred Hospital
Accredited Test	Yes

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