What Types of Lipid Markers are Used in Histology?
Several types of lipid markers are employed, including:
Sudan Stains: These lipid-soluble dyes, such as Sudan III and Sudan IV, are used to stain triglycerides and lipids in tissues. Oil Red O: A fat-soluble dye that stains neutral lipids and triglycerides, commonly used for frozen tissue sections. Nile Red: A fluorescent dye that specifically stains intracellular lipid droplets, providing high sensitivity for lipid detection. Bodipy: A fluorescent probe that can be used to label and visualize lipids with high specificity and minimal background staining.
