Honors Theses
Investigation of Cotinine Concentration found in Saliva of Smokers and Vapers in Demographic Sectors
Document Type
Thesis
Date of Completion
Spring 4-27-2022
Academic Year
2021-2022
Department
Chemistry
Academic Major
Biochemistry
Faculty Advisor
James Tarrant, Ph.D.
Faculty Advisor
Cindy L. White, Ph.D.
Abstract
A simple and reproducible method for investigation of cotinine and nicotine levels in saliva was developed by utilizing gas chromatography mass spectrometry (GCMS) and simple extraction techniques. This method allowed for accurate detection of cotinine in saliva samples collected within a 50-mile radius of Searcy, AR. The observed cotinine levels proportionately depict nicotine levels, which were then compared with participants’ demographics, displaying trends among different communities. This research hopes to provide insight into vaping popularity as well as a reproducible method that future research can utilize.
Recommended Citation
Sims, Seth A., "Investigation of Cotinine Concentration found in Saliva of Smokers and Vapers in Demographic Sectors" (2022). Honors Theses. 11.
https://scholarworks.harding.edu/honors-theses/11
