gtex-database

Query GTEx API v2 for gene expression and regulatory variants across tissues.

48|6|Updated Mar 9, 2026
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npx skills add https://github.com/qinyan-ai/qinyan-academic-skills --skill gtex-database-qinyan-ai
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Skill: gtex-database
Source: https://github.com/qinyan-ai/qinyan-academic-skills/tree/main/skills/12-%E7%A7%91%E5%AD%A6%E6%95%B0%E6%8D%AE%E5%BA%93/gtex-database
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/qinyan-ai/qinyan-academic-skills --skill gtex-database-qinyan-ai

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

💡 This Skill includes references (resource) components.

What problem does it solve?

GTEx-based analyses support interpreting tissue-specific gene regulation and the impact of genetic variants, but researchers must connect multiple endpoints and tissue contexts to derive actionable insights.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Retrieve median gene expression by tissue (TPM) across 54 tissues using the GTEx API v2.
  • Query cis-eQTL and cis-sQTL associations for genes or variants across tissues to link regulatory signals to expression changes.
  • Enable end-to-end workflows for tissue prioritization, variant interpretation, and data retrieval for downstream analyses.

Quick Start

Run a query to fetch tissue-specific expression and regulatory data for a gene.

Frequently Asked Questions about gtex-database

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I query tissue-specific gene expression and regulatory variants using GTEx data?

To query tissue-specific gene expression and regulatory variants, you can retrieve median TPM by tissue and map cis-eQTL or cis-sQTL associations across 54 tissues using GTEx API v2 endpoints.

What is the best way to find cis-eQTL and cis-sQTL associations for a gene across multiple tissues?

Finding cis-eQTL and cis-sQTL associations requires querying regulatory signals by gene or variant across tissues. This maps genetic variants to expression changes, enabling tissue-specific interpretation of genetic associations.

Can I retrieve median gene expression TPM values for specific tissues from the GTEx database?

Yes, you can retrieve median gene expression TPM values for specific tissues. The skill queries GTEx API v2 to fetch expression data across 54 distinct tissue types for your target genes.

Does the GTEx API v2 support pagination when fetching large datasets of tissue expression?

Yes, GTEx API v2 supports pagination. The skill enforces API usage patterns and handles pagination automatically to efficiently retrieve large datasets of tissue expression and regulatory variants.

When do I need to map cis-eQTLs and sQTLs for variant interpretation in genetic studies?

You need to map cis-eQTLs and sQTLs when interpreting genetic associations and prioritizing tissues. This links regulatory signals to expression changes, enabling end-to-end workflows for tissue-specific variant interpretation.

What are the limitations of using GTEx API v2 for tissue-specific gene expression analysis?

Limitations include handling pagination for large queries and enforcing specific API usage patterns. The skill focuses on cis-eQTLs, cis-sQTLs, and median TPM across 54 tissues using GTEx API v2 endpoints.