Methods of functional neurohistology and their practical application

Abstract

Functional neurohistology is a field of morphological studies that uses histological methods to assess the structural basis of the functions of nervous system, nervous tissue and nerve cells, their functional potential, and to determine the morphological equivalent of their functions. The review describes the methodological approaches and methods used to assess the functional state of nerve cells in normal and pathological conditions. The advantages and necessity of using a complex of neurohistological methods for a more complete assessment of the state of neurons are substantiated. Key words: functional neurohistology, methods, morphofunctional relationships, morphological equivalent of functions.