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  1. Research, Technology, Methods
  2. heterocyclic compounds
  3. heterocyclic nitrogen compounds
  4. pyrrolidines
  5. pyrrolidones
  6. cotinine
  1. Research, Technology, Methods
  2. organic nitrogen compounds
  3. heterocyclic nitrogen compounds
  4. pyrrolidines
  5. pyrrolidones
  6. cotinine
  1. Research, Technology, Methods
  2. organic nitrogen compounds
  3. heterocyclic nitrogen compounds
  4. pyrrolidines
  5. pyrrolidones
  6. cotinine

Preferred term

cotinine

Type

  • Chemical

Definition

  • Information The N-glucuronide conjugate of cotinine is a major urinary metabolite of nicotine. It thus serves as a biomarker of exposure to tobacco smoking. It has CNS stimulating properties.

    Source: Medical Subject Headings 2014

    Type: Concept definition

Broader concept

Related concepts

Synonyms

  • scotine

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URI

https://lod.nal.usda.gov/nalt/229244

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