Nicotine found in the bloodstream of a nonsmoker five hours after exposure to environmental tobacco smoke
Chewing tobacco and other tobacco products contain the chemical nicotine. The most accurate approach to assess nicotine exposure in smokers and non-smokers exposed to ambient tobacco smoke is to measure cotinine in people's blood.
Within seconds after inhaling nicotine, it reaches the brain. Nicotine enhances the release of neurotransmitters, brain chemicals that help control mood and behavior.
Nicotine is a toxic and very addicting substance. It may result in an increase in heart rate, blood flow to the heart, blood pressure, and artery constriction (vessels that carry blood). In addition to contributing to artery wall hardening, nicotine may also increase the risk of a heart attack.
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