How do I find expression data for a specific gene and tissue?
Overview
You can use the Gene Expression Data Search Form to search for detailed expression data of specific interest to you using a variety of query parameters.
Accessing the Gene Expression Data Search Form
On most MGI pages, you can access the "Gene Expression Data Query" form from the Search menu as shown in the image at right.

For this tutorial, open the Gene Expression Data Search Form in a new window.

Search Menu GXD QF Screen Shot

Example 1. Finding expression data in the mouse brain for gene Ptch1
  1. Type Ptch1 into the Genes nomenclature text box.

  2. Type brain into the Anatomical Structures text box and select brain from the list that appears.

  3. If desired, select other options such as wildtype or mutant specific expression, and preferred assay type(s).

  4. Click Search.
GXD QF Screen Shot
  1. Click data in the Result Details column to view details from assays that examined Ptch1 expression in the brain.
GXD Search Results Screen Shot