db-gene

Query NCBI Gene via E-utilities and Datasets API for gene annotations.

Updated Mar 13, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/biomaps-infra/blender-opencode --skill db-gene
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Skill: db-gene
Source: https://github.com/biomaps-infra/blender-opencode/tree/main/.opencode/skills/db-gene
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/biomaps-infra/blender-opencode --skill db-gene

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

💡 This Skill includes scripts (resource) and references (resource) components.

What problem does it solve?

This Skill streamlines the process of accessing and analyzing gene information from the NCBI Gene database, enabling researchers to quickly retrieve, query, and understand gene-specific data.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Gene Search: Find genes by symbol, ID, or biological context (e.g., disease, pathway).
  • Data Retrieval: Fetch detailed gene annotations, sequences, and related information.
  • Batch Processing: Efficiently look up multiple genes simultaneously.
  • Use Case: A researcher needs to find all human genes associated with a specific rare disease, retrieve their associated RefSeq IDs, and identify their chromosomal locations for further analysis.

Quick Start

Use the db-gene skill to find the human gene BRCA1 and retrieve its description and chromosomal location.

Frequently Asked Questions about db-gene

High-intent search queries and answers about installing and using this skill.

FAQPage Schema
How do I query the NCBI Gene database for gene symbols and IDs?

To query the NCBI Gene database, you can search for genes by symbol, ID, or biological context. The Skill uses E-utilities and Datasets API to retrieve comprehensive information including RefSeqs, GO annotations, locations, and phenotypes.

Can I retrieve GO annotations and chromosomal locations for multiple human genes in batch?

Yes, you can retrieve GO annotations and chromosomal locations for multiple human genes in batch. The Skill supports batch lookups to efficiently process multiple genes simultaneously while handling API rate limits.

What is the best way to find human genes associated with a specific rare disease using NCBI?

The best way to find human genes associated with a specific disease is to search the NCBI Gene database by biological context. This retrieves gene-specific data including RefSeq IDs and chromosomal locations for further functional analysis.

Does querying NCBI E-utilities support retrieving RefSeqs and phenotypes for gene annotation?

Querying NCBI E-utilities supports retrieving RefSeqs and phenotypes for gene annotation. The Skill fetches detailed gene annotations, sequences, and related information via the E-utilities and Datasets API for functional analysis.

Why does my batch gene lookup fail when querying many NCBI Gene IDs simultaneously?

Batch gene lookup failures when querying many NCBI Gene IDs often stem from API rate limits. The Skill handles API rate limits to manage efficient batch lookups, but large requests may still require splitting into smaller batches.