Test Name
PHENCYCLIDINE (PCP)
Aliases
ANGEL DUST, ROCKET FUEL
Abbreviations
PCP
Test Classification
INDIVIDUAL
Department
ROUTINE CHEMISTRY
Sub Department
-
TAT Category
BUSINESS (WORKING) TIME
Estimated TAT
2
TAT Units
HOURS
Test Requirements
10mL spot urine in clean, leak-proof container; no preservatives required.
Avoid contamination with soap or disinfectants
Stable refrigerated for up to 7 days; frozen for long-term storage
Note patient medications; some drugs may interfere with results
NB: This test is prone to adulteration (dilution, swapping of samples etc.) by clients undergoing testing. Referring institutions should ensure that there is proper chain of custody. The lab reserves the right to take safeguards against adulteration e.g., requesting sample recollection, supervised collection etc.
Clinical Utility
Screening for the presence of illicit or prescription drugs, aiding in detection of substance abuse, compliance monitoring and rehabilitation program adherence.
Last Review
26th Feb 2026