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Periodic acid–Schiff stain

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Periodic acid-Schiff (PAS) is a staining method used in histology and pathology. This method is primarily used to identify glycogen in tissues. The reaction of periodic acid with glucose residues creates a substance that reacts with schiff and creates a purple-magenta color. Template:Micro-stub

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