What Are Common Histological Techniques to Assess Antibacterial Effects?
Several histological techniques can be used to assess the antibacterial effects of substances: - Histochemical Staining: Stains like Gram stain differentiate between bacterial types, useful for evaluating antibacterial efficacy. - Immunohistochemistry: Using antibodies to detect bacterial antigens within tissues, allowing for visualization of bacteria and assessment of antibacterial activity. - Electron Microscopy: Provides detailed images of bacteria and their interactions with tissues at the ultrastructural level.
