A tissue sample is sent to the laboratory and microscopically examined for the presence of amebae.To differentiate between the host cells and the organism, _______ stain is used to allow the organisms to appear bright pink with a green-blue background.

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A histologic diagnosis of amebiasis can be made when the trophozoites in the tissue are identified.Organisms must be differentiated from host cells, particularly histiocytes and ganglion cells.PAS staining is often used to help locate the organisms.The organisms will appear bright pink with a green-blue background, depending on the counterstain used.

A Tissue Sample Is Sent to the Laboratory and Microscopically