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davsand

(13,421 posts) Fri Aug 17, 2012, 01:15 AM Aug 2012

How long does nicotine show up on a blood test? [View all]

I'd always thought it washed out of your system in about 48 hours, but now I'm wondering if that is the truth. I am maybe facing a blood test for an insurance policy--how long should you wait after your last smoke if you want to test nicotine free?

Laura

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How long does nicotine show up on a blood test? [View all] davsand Aug 2012 OP

Problem is, there's no point in lying. Should any ailment imply tobacco related issue, or Lionessa Aug 2012 #1

Nicotine stores in fat intaglio Aug 2012 #2

A really long time, weeks. And no, those "clean-out" products can't get rid of it. HopeHoops Aug 2012 #3

3 weeks redwitch Aug 2012 #4

Thanks all for the feedback! davsand Aug 2012 #5