How is the Basement Membrane Zone Visualized in Histology?
Various staining techniques and microscopy methods are used to visualize the BMZ:
- Periodic Acid-Schiff (PAS) Staining: Highlights glycoproteins and mucopolysaccharides. - Immunohistochemistry (IHC): Antibodies targeting specific BMZ components can be used to visualize their distribution. - Electron Microscopy (EM): Provides detailed ultrastructural images revealing the distinct layers of the BMZ.
