What are Common Histological Stains for Kidney Cells?
Several staining techniques are employed to visualize kidney cells:
- Hematoxylin and Eosin (H&E): Provides a general view of kidney tissue architecture. - Periodic Acid-Schiff (PAS): Highlights the basement membrane and brush border of proximal tubule cells. - Silver Stain: Used for visualizing glomerular basement membranes. - Immunohistochemical Stains: Such as antibodies against specific cell markers, help identify different cell types and structures within the kidney.
