How are O-Glycosidic Linkages Studied in Histology?
Histologists use a variety of techniques to study O-glycosidic linkages, including lectin histochemistry and mass spectrometry. Lectins are proteins that bind specifically to carbohydrates and can be used to visualize glycosylation patterns in tissues. Mass spectrometry provides detailed information on the composition and structure of glycosylated proteins, helping to elucidate the roles of these linkages in cellular function.
