What are Some Histological Stains Used to Observe the Cuticle of the Inner Root Sheath?
Common histological stains used to study the cuticle of the inner root sheath include Hematoxylin and Eosin (H&E), which provides a general view of the tissue architecture. Periodic Acid-Schiff (PAS) staining may also be used to highlight the glycogen and other polysaccharides within the cells. Additionally, immunohistochemical stains targeting specific keratins can provide more specific information about the protein composition of the cuticle cells.
