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Cotinine is the main metabolite of nicotine and accumulates in the body as a result of tobacco exposure. In humans, cotinine is excreted in the urine, mainly as trans-3[prime]-hydroxycotinine and glucuronide. This is used as a measure for exposure to tobacco smoke.
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2018-05-18T17:47:54Z
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Increased concentration of cotinine in urine.