ZiehlNeelseni
The Ziehl-Neelsen stain, often abbreviated as ZN stain, is a differential staining technique used in microbiology and histology. It is particularly effective for identifying acid-fast bacilli (AFB), a group of bacteria characterized by their waxy cell walls, most notably Mycobacterium tuberculosis, the causative agent of tuberculosis.
The procedure involves staining a specimen with a concentrated carbolfuchsin dye solution, which is then heated
The Ziehl-Neelsen stain is a crucial diagnostic tool, especially in resource-limited settings, for the rapid identification