Pale staining of nuclei is normal in low grade carcinoma and normal prostate, the more so if sections are cut thin. Before you fix it, make sure it's broke!


Terry L Marshall B.A.(Law), M.B.Ch.B., F.R.C.Path
Consultant Histopathologist
Rotherham General Hospital, Yorkshire
terry.marshall@rgh-tr.trent.nhs.uk