hmdb-database

Search HMDB for human metabolite data by name, ID, or structure.

94|11|Updated Mar 26, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/swaruplab/operon --skill hmdb-database-swaruplab
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Skill: hmdb-database
Source: https://github.com/swaruplab/operon/tree/main/src-tauri/protocols/hmdb-database
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/swaruplab/operon --skill hmdb-database-swaruplab

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

💡 This Skill includes references (resource) components.

What problem does it solve?

HMDB provides comprehensive, centralized data on human metabolites. This Skill allows researchers to quickly locate metabolite information, retrieve properties, spectra, pathways, and clinical context from HMDB for analysis and reporting.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Access complete HMDB entries by name, HMDB ID, or structure (SMILES/InChI)
  • Retrieve chemical properties, pathways, enzymes, diseases, and biomarker associations
  • Use in metabolomics workflows for identification, annotation, and cross-reference with external databases

Quick Start

Query HMDB for a metabolite like "Caffeine" by name to fetch its HMDB entry, including structure, properties, and related pathways.

Frequently Asked Questions about hmdb-database

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I retrieve human metabolite data from HMDB using a chemical structure?

Retrieve human metabolite data by providing a chemical structure input such as SMILES or InChI to search HMDB entries. This returns comprehensive metabolite information including chemical properties, pathways, and associated diseases for metabolomics workflows.

Can I find disease biomarker associations and clinical context for specific metabolites?

Find disease biomarker associations and clinical context by searching HMDB for specific metabolites. The database provides comprehensive clinical chemistry data linking metabolites to associated diseases and biomarker applications within systems biology workflows.

What spectral data and cross-references are available when searching HMDB for metabolites?

HMDB metabolite entries include spectral data and cross-references with external databases. Searching by name, HMDB ID, or structure returns these alongside chemical properties and pathway information for metabolite identification and annotation.

How do I access metabolite pathways and enzyme information for systems biology analysis?

Access metabolite pathways and enzyme information by querying HMDB for specific metabolites. The database returns pathway associations and enzyme data within metabolite entries, supporting systems biology and metabolomics pathway analysis workflows.

Does this Skill support metabolomics workflows for compound identification and annotation?

This Skill supports metabolomics workflows for compound identification and annotation by retrieving comprehensive HMDB metabolite data. Query by name, ID, or structure to obtain properties, spectra, and cross-references needed for accurate metabolite annotation.

Are there licensing restrictions or version limitations when accessing HMDB metabolite data?

HMDB metabolite data access includes clear notes on HMDB version and licensing restrictions. The Skill provides comprehensive metabolite information while transparently indicating database version and licensing terms for proper data usage in research workflows.