Several histological techniques employ heavy metals. These include:
Electron Microscopy: Utilizes heavy metals like uranium and lead to increase electron density, enhancing the contrast of cellular structures. Histochemical Staining: Techniques such as Gomori's methenamine silver stain and Von Kossa stain use silver nitrate to visualize fungi, basement membranes, and calcium deposits. Autoradiography: Involves radioactive isotopes of heavy metals to trace biochemical activity within tissues.
