What are Some Common Histological Stains Used for Studying Synapses?
Several stains and markers are used in histology to study synapses. Silver staining is a classical technique that can reveal detailed structures of neuronal cells and their connections. Fluorescent dyes and genetically encoded fluorescent proteins, such as GFP, are widely used to label specific neurons and synapses. These techniques, combined with confocal microscopy, allow for the visualization of synaptic structures in three dimensions.
