1. Specificity: It provides high specificity for elastic fibers, making it easier to study changes in elastin content and structure. 2. Contrast: The combination of black, yellow, and red staining provides excellent contrast, facilitating the differentiation of tissue elements. 3. Diagnostic Utility: It is widely used in diagnosing and understanding diseases involving connective tissue, such as Marfan syndrome and Ehlers-Danlos syndrome.
