Diagnostic Implications
May be useful in study of diseases of connective tissue and muscle characterized by fibrotic and dystrophic changes.
Principle
Collagen and muscle fiber stain differentially when treated sequentially with Biebrich Scarlet-Acid Fuchsin, PTA/PMA and Aniline Blue. Cytoplasm and muscle fibers stain red whereas collagen displays blue coloration.
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