What Types of Tissues and Structures Can Be Visualized with PAS Staining?
PAS staining is versatile and can be used to identify a variety of structures, including: - Glycogen in liver and muscle tissues - Mucins in epithelial tissues - Basement membranes - Fungi and parasites in tissue sections - Certain types of connective tissues This makes PAS staining particularly valuable in diagnosing diseases such as glycogen storage diseases, fungal infections, and certain cancers.
