How Does Histology Help in Diagnosing Muscle Diseases?
Histology plays a crucial role in diagnosing muscle diseases. A biopsy of the muscle tissue is usually taken and examined under a microscope. This allows for the identification of specific histological features that are characteristic of different myopathies. Staining techniques such as Hematoxylin and Eosin (H&E), PAS, and enzyme histochemistry are commonly used to highlight various cellular components and abnormalities.
