nucleic-acid-analysis

Extract and normalize RNA quantification data from OneDrive experiment folders.

Updated Aug 27, 2026
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npx skills add https://github.com/neurogenomics/lab-agents --skill nucleic-acid-analysis
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Skill: nucleic-acid-analysis
Source: https://github.com/neurogenomics/lab-agents/tree/main/lab-skills/skills/nucleic-acid-analysis
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/neurogenomics/lab-agents --skill nucleic-acid-analysis

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

💡 This Skill requires pandas, pathlib, re, and includes scripts (resource) and references (resource) components.

What problem does it solve?

This Skill automates the extraction and analysis of RNA quantification data (Qubit, TapeStation, qPCR) from experiment folders, simplifying the process of understanding experimental results.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Data Extraction: Reads RNA quantification data from Metadata.xlsx and TapeStation CSV files.
  • Column Normalization: Handles variations in column names across different experiments and assays.
  • Sentinel Value Handling: Correctly interprets non-numeric values like 'TL', '/', and '-' in data files.
  • Use Case: Quickly get the Qubit concentrations for all samples in experiment SK443, or compare RNA yields across different IVT experiments.

Quick Start

Extract the Qubit concentrations for experiment SK443.

Frequently Asked Questions about nucleic-acid-analysis

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

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How do I extract RNA quantification data from Qubit and TapeStation files?

To extract RNA quantification data, this Skill reads Metadata.xlsx and TapeStation CSV files from experiment folders. It normalizes varying column names and handles non-numeric sentinel values like 'TL', '/', and '-' to provide reliable Qubit and TapeStation concentrations.

Why does my RNA quantification extraction fail on inconsistent column names?

RNA quantification extraction often fails due to variations in column names across different assays. This Skill normalizes differing column names automatically, ensuring accurate data extraction from Qubit and TapeStation files even when headers vary between experiments.

How do I handle non-numeric sentinel values like 'TL' or '/' in TapeStation CSV data?

To handle non-numeric sentinel values in TapeStation CSV data, this Skill automatically interprets values like 'TL', '/', and '-'. This ensures non-numeric entries do not break the RNA quantification extraction process and are correctly accounted for.

Can I use pandas to extract Qubit concentrations for scRNA-seq libraries from OneDrive folders?

Yes, you can extract Qubit concentrations for scRNA-seq libraries from OneDrive folders using this Skill. Built with pandas and pathlib, it reads experiment files to automate RNA quantification data extraction for scRNA-seq and scTIP-seq libraries.

What is the best way to compare RNA yields across different IVT experiments?

The best way to compare RNA yields across different IVT experiments is to use this Skill to extract and normalize Qubit data. It standardizes RNA quantification measurements from various experiment folders, allowing direct and reliable yield comparisons.