Histopathology Special Stain -Gomoris Methenamine Silver - INLAB
What does Histopathology Special Stain -Gomoris Methenamine Silver - INLAB measure?
Gomori’s Methenamine Silver (GMS) is a special stain performed on tissue samples examined under a microscope. It highlights certain organisms and tissue structures, particularly fungi, by staining them dark against the surrounding tissue. It may be used when a healthcare professional needs to assess tissue for possible fungal elements or to clarify findings seen on routine histopathology stains. Results are interpreted together with the tissue appearance and clinical information.
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