While H&E staining is the most commonly used technique, other stains are also employed to highlight specific tissue features:
- Periodic Acid-Schiff (PAS) Stain: Used to detect glycogen and other polysaccharides. - Masson's Trichrome Stain: Differentiates between collagen and muscle fibers. - Giemsa Stain: Useful for identifying blood parasites and certain bacteria. - Immunohistochemistry (IHC): Utilizes antibodies to detect specific antigens in tissues.
