Cytologic staining

Cytologic staining is a laboratory technique used to improve the visibility of cells under a microscope. Cells are first collected from tissues or fluids and then treated with special dyes that bind to different cell parts, highlighting their structure and components. This contrast helps pathologists identify normal cells or detect abnormalities, such as cancerous changes. Staining enhances detail, making it easier to examine cellular features like the nucleus and cytoplasm, and is a crucial step in diagnosing various diseases through microscopic analysis.