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What Stains are Typically Used?

A variety of stains are used in histology to highlight different tissue components. The most common stains include:
- Hematoxylin and Eosin (H&E): Hematoxylin stains nuclei blue, while eosin stains cytoplasm and extracellular matrix pink.
- Periodic Acid-Schiff (PAS): Stains carbohydrates and mucopolysaccharides magenta.
- Masson's Trichrome: Differentiates between muscle, collagen, and other connective tissues.
Each stain provides specific information about tissue composition and structure.

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