Description
Status Nicotine is a rapid immunoassay for the detection of cotinine and nicotine metabolites in urine, from the Status DS line. Its 500 ng/mL cut-off detects active nicotine intake, with results in as little as 5 to 10 minutes through a simple one-step procedure.
- 500 ng/mL Cut-Off – The threshold is set to detect active nicotine intake rather than incidental exposure.
- Results in 5 to 10 Minutes – The one-step read returns while counseling or program decisions are still in the room.
- Cotinine Target – Detecting cotinine, nicotine's main metabolite, extends the detection window beyond nicotine itself.
Urine Cotinine Testing for Counseling and Programs
Nicotine status questions arise in cessation counseling, pre-surgical programs, insurance and wellness screening, and transplant evaluations. This immunoassay detects cotinine and nicotine metabolites in urine, with LifeSign setting the 500 ng/mL cut-off to flag active intake. The procedure is a simple one step, and results arrive in as little as 5 to 10 minutes. The manufacturer positions the test as useful in immediate counseling and intervention, where a same-visit result changes the conversation. Each box holds 35 tests for stocked program use. It belongs to the Status DS family of one-step urine immunoassays.
Features and Benefits
Detection Design
- Metabolite Detection – Cotinine persists longer than nicotine, so the assay window covers recent active use more reliably.
- Active-Use Threshold – The 500 ng/mL cut-off is calibrated to active nicotine intake per the manufacturer.
Program Fit
- One-Step Procedure – Simple handling suits counseling offices and program sites without laboratory benches.
- Immediate Counseling Use – LifeSign positions the result for immediate counseling and intervention conversations.
Product Specifications
Test Details
- Analytes: Cotinine and nicotine metabolites
- Specimen: Urine
- Cut-Off: 500 ng/mL
- Result Time: As little as 5 to 10 minutes
- Method: One-step immunoassay, qualitative
Packaging
- Tests per Box: 35
- Packaging: Sold by the box, each
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Why Choose the Status Nicotine Test
A nicotine result that returns next week cannot shape today's counseling conversation. This test answers in minutes at a cut-off tuned to active use, from a urine specimen programs already collect. For cessation and screening programs, that immediacy is the difference.
- Same-Visit Conversations – A result in 5 to 10 minutes feeds counseling and intervention while the patient is present.
- Purpose-Set Cut-Off – The 500 ng/mL threshold targets active intake, matching the program question being asked.
- DS Line Simplicity – The one-step Status DS format keeps staff training minimal across program sites.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does the assay detect?
It detects cotinine and nicotine metabolites in urine. Cotinine is nicotine's main metabolite and marks recent active intake.
What is the cut-off?
The cut-off is 500 ng/mL, which LifeSign sets to detect active nicotine intake. Results are qualitative at that threshold.
How fast are results?
Results arrive in as little as 5 to 10 minutes. The procedure is a simple one step.
Where is this test used?
Cessation counseling, wellness and insurance screening, and pre-procedure programs use urine cotinine testing. LifeSign highlights immediate counseling and intervention use.
How many tests are packed in a box?
Each box holds 35 tests. Boxes are sold individually for program stocking.
