- Studying the microscopic anatomy of plant and animal tissues
- Analyzing cellular structures and their interactions
- Identifying normal and abnormal tissue characteristics
- Supporting medical diagnosis and research
- Using techniques like light microscopy and electron microscopy
Histological examinations are crucial in multiple fields, including:
- Medical diagnostics (detecting diseases like cancer)
- Pathology
- Research in biology and medicine
- Understanding tissue development and function
- Forensic science