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Which stain can be used to demonstrate the presence of the basal lamina?
Periodic Acid-Schiff stain
What is the main function of the basal lamina?
Attaches epithelial cells to connective tissue
Who synthesizes and secretes the components of the basal lamina?
Epithelial cells
Test your knowledge on the basal lamina, also known as the basement membrane. Learn about its structure, function, and how it attaches epithelial cells to connective tissue. Explore its components and how it can be demonstrated using staining techniques like Periodic Acid-Schiff stain (PAS) and Silver salts.
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