What Stains are Commonly Used in Morphological Analysis?
Staining is a critical part of morphological analysis, as it enhances the contrast of the tissues and cells. Some commonly used stains include:
- Hematoxylin and Eosin (H&E): The most widely used stain in histology, where hematoxylin stains cell nuclei blue and eosin stains the cytoplasm and extracellular matrix pink. - Periodic Acid-Schiff (PAS): Used to detect polysaccharides such as glycogen in tissues. - Masson's Trichrome: Differentiates between muscle, collagen, and nuclei. - Silver Stains: Used for reticular fibers and nerve cells.
