The present invention recognizes that sample handling devices,
particularly those used for testing for substances of abuse, do not allow
for a separation of the bulk sample from a sample thereof to be tested.
The present invention provides such a device and methods of use. The
present invention includes but is not limited to a specimen collection
device that includes a chamber such that the chamber is capable of
collecting a specimen. The device also includes a reservoir such that the
reservoir is capable of receiving a portion of the specimen from the
chamber and optionally so that the reservoir is capable of receiving a
test device. The device includes a valve functionally interposed between
the chamber and the reservoir that is capable of transferring at least a
portion of the specimen from the chamber to the reservoir such that the
chamber and the reservoir are not in direct fluid communication. The
device optionally includes a means for fluidic communication between the
chamber, the valve and the reservoir.