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HelpTest Code LAB3783 Phencyclidine (PCP), Confirmation, serum
Additional Codes
| Test Name in EPIC | EPIC Test Code | Mnemonic | Mayo Test ID |
|---|---|---|---|
| PHENCYCLIDINE (PCP), S | LAB3783 | PCPSE | PCPUG |
Reporting Name
Phencyclidine (PCP), SerumMethod Name
Gas Chromatography-Mass Spectrometry (GC-MS)
Performing Laboratory
Medtox Laboratories, Inc.Specimen Type
VariesSpecimen Required
Submit only 1 of the following specimens:
Serum
Draw blood in a plain red-top tube(s), serum gel tube is not acceptable. Spin down and send 5 mL of serum refrigerated in a plastic vial.
Plasma
Draw blood in a green-top (sodium heparin) tube(s), plasma gel tube is not acceptable. Spin down and send 5 mL sodium heparin plasma refrigerated in a plastic vial.
Specimen Minimum Volume
2 mL
Specimen Stability Information
| Specimen Type | Temperature | Time | Special Container |
|---|---|---|---|
| Varies | Refrigerated (preferred) | 14 days | |
| Frozen | 180 days |
Reject Due To
| Hemolysis | NA |
| Lipemia | NA |
| Icterus | NA |
| Other | NA |
Reference Values
Toxic: Greater than 100 ng/mL
Serious Toxicities likely: Greater than 300 ng/mL
Day(s) Performed
Monday through Sunday
CPT Code Information
83992
LOINC Code Information
| Test ID | Test Order Name | Order LOINC Value |
|---|---|---|
| PCPUG | Phencyclidine (PCP), Serum | 3934-7 |
| Result ID | Test Result Name | Result LOINC Value |
|---|---|---|
| Z1051 | Phencyclidine | 3934-7 |