Abstract:
A method for determining the presence of a copy number imbalance in genomic DNA of a test sample is provided. The method can separately measure hybridization of a single test sample to a first hybridization array and hybridization of a plurality of reference samples to a plurality of other, respective test arrays. A determination of copy number can be based on the best fit reference array, relative to the test array. The best fit can be determined based on the closest or most similar signal-to-noise ratio of the measured signals.
Abstract:
An aspect of the present invention is a computer executable method for characterizing, e.g. for diagnostic purposes, utilizing a reference database, a query sample tissue based on the gene expression data of the tissue. The method is characterized in that it comprises the steps of calculating an expression match score (EM-score) indicating the likelihood of having the gene expression level observed in the query sample in each of the tissue categories of the reference database, calculating for the genes of the sample tissue, using e.g. the EM- score, tissue specificity score (TS-score), that expresses how uniquely a gene identifies the query sample as belonging to a certain tissue category, calculating, utilizing e.g. the TS- score, overall similarity of the sample tissue in relation to a tissue category of the reference database, and storing at least some resulting characterization data to a memory device or outputting the data to an output device of a computer. An arrangement and a computer program product are also disclosed.
Abstract:
The invention combines the fields of comparative genomic hybridisation (CGH) analysis and SNP array analysis. It relates to methods for detecting and mapping genetic abnormalities associated with various diseases. In particular the invention provides a method for simultaneously performing array CGH and SNP array analysis on a genomic DNA sample comprising contacting a nucleic acid array which comprises a first probe set and a second probe set with a genomic DNA sample, comprising a test and reference sample, under hybridisation conditions, comparing the amount of test sample and reference sample hybridised to the hybridisation probes of the first probe set, comparing the amount of test sample and reference sample hybridised to the hybridisation probes of the second probe set; and using the data obtained to determine the copy number of at least one locus; and at least one SNP in the genomic DNA sample.
Abstract:
A method for automatically processing multiple measurements of biological quantifiable parameters to obtain meaningful results comprises the steps of: (a) extracting a set of raw data including measurement values and annotations, said values comprising caliber-dependent values obtained under different caliber conditions and replicate values obtained under the same caliber condition; (b) from said raw data values and annotations and from related reliability range information, performing a correction process on said raw data including value correction and extended annotation generation reflecting abnormal values; (c) performing on each group of caliber-dependent values of the same measurement after correction a best caliber value selection taking into account said extended annotations, thereby retaining sets of replicate values of the same measurements at best calibers; d) performing a mean value determination process on each set of replicate values, said determination process including an abnormal replicate value exclusion process; and e) performing on said mean values a statistical and reporting process. The invention also provides a corresponding system.
Abstract:
Disclosed are systems and methods for polynucleotide sequencing where detection and correction of base calling errors can be achieved without reliance on a reference sequence. In certain embodiments, redundant information, which may be provided by additional labels, can be introduced during measurement so as to allow such detection of errors. Such redundant information and measurements can be facilitated by encoding of nucleotide sequence being measured. Various examples of such encoding, redundancy introduction, and decoding are provided.
Abstract:
Gene expression data are analyzed using learning machines such as support vector machines (SVM) and ridge regression classifiers to rank genes according to their ability to separate prostate cancer from BPH (benign prostatic hyperplasia) and to distinguish cancer volume. Other tests identify biomarker candidates for distinguishing between tumor (Grade 3 and Grade 4 (G3/4)) and normal tissue.
Abstract:
An analysis of the profile of a non-human animal comprises: a) providing a genotypic database to the species of the non-human animal subject or a selected group of the species; b) obtaining animal data; c) correlating the database of a) with the data of b) to determine a relationship between the database of a) and the data of b); c) determining the profile of the animal based on the correlating step; and d) determining a genetic profile based on the molecular dietary signature, the molecular dietary signature being a variation of expression of a set of genes which may differ for the genotype of each animal or a group of animals Nutrition and pharmalogical assessments are made. Reporting the determination is by the Internet, and payment for the report is obtained through the Internet.
Abstract:
Described herein are methods, compositions and kits directed to the detection of gene fusions and/or chromosomal abnormalities, e.g., translocations, insertions, inversions and deletions. Samples containing fusions or genetic abnormalities in a gene of interest may show independent expression patterns for the 5' and 3' regions of the gene. The methods, compositions and kits are useful for detecting mutations that cause the differential expression of a 5' portion of a target gene relative to the 3' region of the target gene.
Abstract:
An experimental melting curve is modeled as a sum of a true melting curve and background fluorescence. A deviation function may be generated based upon the experimental melting curve data and a model of a background signal. The deviation function may be generated by segmenting a range of the experimental curve into a plurality of windows. Within each window, a fit between the model of the background signal and the experimental melting curve data may be calculated. The deviation function may be formed from the resulting fit parameters. The deviation function may include background signal compensation and, as such, may be used in various melting curve analysis operations, such as data visualization, clustering, genotyping, scanning, negative sample removal, and the like. The deviation function may be used to seed an automated background correction process. A background-corrected melting curve may be further processed to remove an aggregation signal.
Abstract:
The present invention provides the identification and combination of genes that are expressed in tumors that are responsive to a given therapeutic agent and whose combined expression can be used as an index that correlates with responsiveness to that therapeutic agent. One or more of the genes of the present invention may be used as markers (or surrogate markers) to identify tumors that are likely to be successfully treated by that agent or class of agents such as hormonal or endocrine therapy or chemotherapy.