prestaining

English

Etymology

From pre- +‎ staining.

Noun

prestaining (uncountable)

1. (cytology) staining prior to some other operation.
   • 2015 July 29, “Multiparametric Cell Cycle Analysis Using the Operetta High-Content Imager and Harmony Software with PhenoLOGIC”, in PLOS ONE‎^[1], →DOI:

     Sequential staining is critical as Pyronin Y can also bind DNA and the prestaining of DNA with Hoechst 33342 blocks this.

Anagrams

• pertainings, repaintings, signpainter