Definitions

1. noun

the study of the structure and development of tissues and cells, especially by examining their microscopic appearance.

“The pathologist used histology to examine the cancerous tissue sample.”

2. noun

the study of the microscopic structure of animal tissues.

“Histology is an essential part of the medical school curriculum.”

3. noun

a branch of biology that deals with the microscopic study of tissues and cells.

“The laboratory specializes in histology and cytology.”