Staining can assist in diagnosing a range of conditions, including:
- Infections: Bacterial, fungal, and parasitic infections can be identified using stains like Gram stain or Silver stain. - Pre-cancerous changes: Abnormal cells in the cervix can be detected early using a Pap smear. - Cancer: Staining helps in the identification and classification of cancerous cells in tissue biopsies. - Inflammatory conditions: Conditions like vaginitis can be diagnosed through appropriate staining techniques.
