Fig.8 93W3236 Reticular tissue m&nfr. The Manuel silver
method makes the reticular fibers black, and the nuclear fast
red stains the nuclei red. The main structural support for the
lymph node is derived from the capsule and trabeculae, which
extend into the node. From these, a fine meshwork of reticular
fibers extends throughout the node, providing a supporting
framework for the mass of lymphocytes and accessory cells
within the cortex and medullary cords. The reticular network is
particularly dense in the cortex, except for the follicular areas
where it is relatively sparse. Compare this slide with the H&E
staining slide (93W6559) and find out the distribution of
reticular fibers only demonstrated by m&nfr staining.