Department of Urology and Paediatric Urology, Saarland University, 66421 Homburg, Germany
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The Impact of Immunohistochemistry in Histopathological Diagnosis
Author(s): Janiklas Minky*
Histopathological examination is a fundamental tool in the diagnosis and prognosis of various diseases, including cancer. Traditional histopathology
relies on the visual analysis of tissue samples, often accompanied by stains that highlight specific features. However, this method has limitations,
especially when distinguishing between different tissue types and subtypes. Immunohistochemistry (IHC) has revolutionized histopathology by
introducing the use of antibodies to detect specific proteins within tissues. This article explores the significant impact of immunohistochemistry
in histopathological diagnosis, discussing its principles, applications, advantages, and challenges. Immunohistochemistry, histopathological
diagnosis, antibodies, tissue samples, cancer, proteins. Histopathological diagnosis plays a crucial role in the assessment and management of
vario.. Read More»
DOI:
10.37421/2157-7099.2023.14.705
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