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histology

 

[ hษชหˆstษ’lษ™dส’i ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

scientific study

Histology is the study of the microscopic structure of tissues. It involves examining cells and their organization within tissues, which is crucial for understanding the functions of various organs and systems in the body. Histologists employ techniques such as staining and microscopy to visualize components like cells, fibers, and extracellular matrix. This field is foundational in both research and clinical settings, aiding in disease diagnosis and treatment. Histology is often used in conjunction with other disciplines, such as pathology and anatomy, to offer a comprehensive understanding of biological systems.

Synonyms

cell biology, microscopic anatomy, tissue study

Examples of usage

  • Histology is essential for diagnosing cancer.
  • The histology of liver tissue reveals important insights.
  • She specializes in the histology of plant cells.
  • Histology helps understand tissue repair processes.

Translations

Translations of the word "histology" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น histologia

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ histology

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Histologie

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ histologi

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะณั–ัั‚ะพะปะพะณั–ั

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ histologia

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ็ต„็น”ๅญฆ

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท histologie

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ histologรญa

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท histoloji

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ์กฐ์งํ•™

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ุนู„ู… ุงู„ุฃู†ุณุฌุฉ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ histologie

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ histolรณgia

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ็ป„็ป‡ๅญฆ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ histologija

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ histolรณgรญa

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ะณะธัั‚ะพะปะพะณะธั

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒฐแƒ˜แƒกแƒขแƒแƒšแƒแƒ’แƒ˜แƒ

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ histologiya

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ histologรญa

Etymology

The term 'histology' originates from the Greek words 'histos', meaning 'tissue', and 'logos', meaning 'study' or 'discourse'. The etymology reflects the field's focus on tissues which make up the structural components of living organisms. Histology as a scientific discipline began to take shape in the mid-19th century, particularly with advances in microscopy and staining techniques that allowed scientists to observe microscopic structures with greater clarity. Pioneering figures in the field, such as Rudolf Virchow and Theodor Schwann, made significant contributions to the understanding of cellular organization and tissue pathology. Over time, histology evolved as an essential tool in medicine, providing vital information about the cellular composition of various tissues in health and disease.

Word Frequency Rank

With rank #16,776, this word belongs to specialized vocabulary. While not common in everyday speech, it enriches your ability to express complex ideas.