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    Glossary Direct Immunofluorescence

    fluorescent antibodies bind directly to tissue samples for visualization

    Direct Immunofluorescence (DIF) is a laboratory technique used to detect the presence of specific antibodies or antigens in tissue samples. In this method, fluorescently-labeled antibodies bind directly to the target molecules, allowing them to be visualized under a fluorescence microscope. This technique is often used in diagnosing autoimmune diseases and certain skin conditions, including some forms of alopecia.

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    1. Role of direct immunofluorescence on outer root sheath of hair follicle in monitoring disease activity of pemphigus vulgaris Journal of Pathology of Nepal · 2017 · 1 citations
    2. Correlation between clinical, histopathological and direct immunoflourescence findings in cases of cicatricial alopecias International Journal of Research in Dermatology · 2016 · 1 citations
    3. To compare the sensitivity pattern of direct immunofluorescence of perilesional skin and plucked hair in pemphigus vulgaris Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology · 2017
    4. Cutaneous and Mucosal Lichen Planus: A Comprehensive Review of Clinical Subtypes, Risk Factors, Diagnosis, and Prognosis The Scientific World Journal · 2014 · 291 citations
    5. Lichen planus International Journal of Dermatology · 2009 · 155 citations
    6. Skin manifestations of celiac disease Gastroenterology · 2005 · 132 citations
    7. Frontal fibrosing alopecia versus lichen planopilaris: a clinicopathological study International Journal of Dermatology · 2006 · 126 citations
    8. Skin biopsy Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology · 2015 · 106 citations
    9. Cicatricial alopecia: classification and histopathology Dermatologic therapy · 2008 · 74 citations
    10. Vertical and transverse sections of alopecia biopsy specimens: Combining the two to maximize diagnostic yield Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology · 1995 · 71 citations
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