histology

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Noun — Histology is the branch of biology that studies the microscopic structure, chemical make-up and function of the tissues of plants and animals.

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The word is used both in general biology and, very commonly, in a clinical or diagnostic sense.

Etymology

Histology combines the Greek-derived combining form histo-, relating to tissue, with the suffix -logy, meaning the study of something. The word describes the scientific study of tissue at the microscopic level.

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Frequently asked questions

What does histology mean in medicine?

In medicine, histology usually refers to examining a tissue sample under a microscope to check for disease, such as cancer.

Is histology the same as cytology?

No. Histology looks at tissue structure, while cytology examines individual cells without the surrounding tissue context.

What job studies histology?

Pathologists and histologists examine tissue samples using histology to diagnose and understand disease.

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