Staining is a fundamental histological technique used to differentiate and visualize various components within tissues. Customizability in staining can be achieved by selecting specific dyes and stains that highlight particular cellular structures or molecules. For example:
- Hematoxylin and Eosin (H&E) staining is widely used for general tissue structure visualization. - Immunohistochemistry (IHC) allows for the detection of specific proteins using antibodies. - Special Stains like Periodic Acid-Schiff (PAS) or Masson's Trichrome can be used to highlight carbohydrates or collagen, respectively.
Researchers can tailor these techniques based on the cellular components of interest.
