How are Fungal Infections Identified in Histological Samples?
Identification of fungal infections in histological samples typically involves special staining techniques. Common stains include the Gomori Methenamine Silver (GMS) stain, which highlights fungal cell walls, and the Periodic Acid-Schiff (PAS) stain, which reacts with polysaccharides in fungal cell walls to produce a magenta color. Immunohistochemistry and molecular techniques like PCR can also be used for precise identification.
