Taste bud histology involves the study of the microscopic structure and organization of these specialized sensory structures that mediate our sense of taste. Taste buds consist of taste cells, supporting cells, basal cells, and other components, each with specific functions ranging from taste perception and transduction to cellular maintenance and renewal. Understanding taste bud histology provides insights into taste perception’s mechanisms, identifies potential taste disorders, and supports advancements in taste-related therapeutic approaches.
