This is a real-world medical entrance exam question, please give the true answer based on the question and selection. Topic name: RBC Development and Classification of Anemias, Subject name: Pathology
Reticulocytes are stained with: 
Select and explain. 
A. Methyl violet, B. Brilliant Cresyl blue, C. Sudan black, D. Indigo carmine
B: Brilliant Cresyl blue
Answer: B: Brilliant Cresyl blue 
Explanation: - Reticulocytes are stained in living state in vitro so it is called as supravital staining. - Dyes like brilliant cresyl blue and new methylene blue (Best stain) are used normally