Histology Exam 1 Flashcards
1
Q
Basophilic structures
A
ribosomes visible, nucleic acids
2
Q
Eosinophilic structures
A
acidophilic, mitochondria, lysosomes
3
Q
What is normally lost during fixation?
A
Ground substances (water, salts)
Lips and carbohydrates.
4
Q
What is the most common stain?
A
H&E
5
Q
What color does Hematoxylin stain? and Eosin?
A
blue-purple, orange-pink
6
Q
Basophilic structures stain with _____ and eosinophilic structures stain______
A
hematoxylin, and eosin (acidophilic)
7
Q
What does a Periodic Acid Schiff Stain do?
A
Stains carbohydrates (basement membrane &mucus)
