Iron hematoxylin is more resistant to decolorization than aluminum
hematoxylin. Since there are so many acid steps that follow the
hematoxylin, it is wise to use the Weigert's so you do not have to worry
about decolorizing the other tissue elements too far. However, if you
optimize your stain to
Hi Kimberly,
Imho because of the color, Weigert's Iron Hematoxylin is dark brown. Gill's
3 is blue. anilin blue is also blue. imho it would be better stain with
Weigert's Iron Hematoxylin.
On Wed, Mar 30, 2011 at 10:55 PM, Blundon, Kimberly
kimberly.blun...@drdc-rddc.gc.ca wrote:
Hi