What are the Limitations of Hematoxylin in Cancer Diagnosis?
While hematoxylin is invaluable, it does have limitations. One primary limitation is that it does not provide molecular or genetic information about the tumor. For comprehensive cancer diagnosis, additional techniques like immunohistochemistry (IHC), fluorescence in situ hybridization (FISH), and molecular assays are often required. These methods can reveal specific protein expressions and genetic mutations associated with cancer.
