What Techniques are Used to Study Particulate Matter in Histology?
Several histological techniques are employed to study the impact of particulate matter on tissues:
- Light Microscopy: Used to examine tissue sections stained with dyes to highlight cellular structures and any pathological changes. - Electron Microscopy: Provides detailed images of cellular and subcellular structures affected by PM. - Immunohistochemistry: Utilizes antibodies to detect specific proteins or markers of inflammation and cellular damage. - Histochemical Staining: Techniques such as hematoxylin and eosin (H&E) staining are commonly used to differentiate between different tissue components.
