histotechnology

What Staining Techniques are Employed?

Several staining techniques are employed to visualize different tissue components:
Hematoxylin and Eosin (H&E): A routine stain that differentiates between acidic and basic tissue elements, providing contrast between nuclei and cytoplasm.
Periodic Acid-Schiff (PAS): Stains carbohydrates and mucopolysaccharides, useful for identifying glycogen storage diseases and fungal infections.
Masson's Trichrome: Differentiates between collagen and muscle fibers, aiding in the study of connective tissue disorders.
Immunohistochemistry (IHC): Uses antibodies to detect specific antigens, enabling the identification of cellular markers and pathogens.

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