Image Steven Westra Steven Westra is a renowned antibody staining consultant with over ten years of experience in the immunohistochemistry industry. Published Pieces by Steven Westra Imunohistoquímica: Visão geral + passos a dar para uma melhor coloração IHCTraining Resources (Knowledge Pathway) Immunohistochemistry (IHC) is used in histology to detect the presence of specific protein markers that can assist with accurate tumor classification and diagnosis. This article provides an overview and the basic steps used to create an optimal IHC stain. Muscular DystrophyTutorials (Knowledge Pathway) Muscular dystrophy is a genetic disease characterized by progressive weakness and degeneration of the skeletal muscles which controls movement. The muscles of the heart and some other involuntary muscles are also affected in some forms of muscular dystrophy.