We are looking at the same thing.  I did research the archives from 1999 on,
but it didn't seem like there was much of a consensus.  Now it is very
specifically asked for on the CAP checklist and as luck may have it, we have
CAP in a month.

Karla Carson
Pathology Manager
Catholic Healthcare West
Greater Sacramento Service Area
Phone 916-453-4494
FAX 916-453-4397
e-mail kcarson@chw.edu  

		-----Original Message-----
		From:	jane.moose@nbmh.org [mailto:jane.moose@nbmh.org]
		Sent:	Friday, March 01, 2002 2:28 AM
		To:	HISTONET@pathology.swmed.edu
		Subject:	sentinel node

		We are researching sentinel node biopsy procedures for our
facility.
		I would appreciate any help in looking at policies and
procedures 
		for this.
		We are interested in all aspects from the actual protocol to
storage 
		of specimens to safety considerations.
		Anyone that is willing to share their procedures and or
information, 
		please send via histonet for all to see, or fax to me at
803-405-
		7474.  Thanks in advance for any help.