counterstain (0 synonym found)

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Definition of counterstain:

(n) : (microscopy) A stain contrasting with the principal stain in color, thus making the stained structure easier to see
(v) : (microscopy) To stain with a counterstain

Definition of counterstain:

(n) : (microscopy) A stain contrasting with the principal stain in color, thus making the stained structure easier to see
(v) : (microscopy) To stain with a counterstain

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