National Cancer Institute (source definition)
Methylation Analysis
An analysis of DNA or protein to detect the presence and/or location of methyl groups.
Review and references
Automated source check (NCI definition)
2026-10-19
2026-10-19
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References
- NCI Thesaurus 26.09d — Methylation Analysis (C190764)
- Source: National Cancer Institute, NCI Thesaurus 26.09d, C190764. NCI definition, reproduced without modification under CC BY 4.0.
- Whole-genome DNA methylation analysis reveals distinct subtype characteristics in epithelial ovarian cancer. — Cancer Gene Ther, 2026-10-08 (PMID 42850375; literature)
- A multidimensional integrated diagnostic strategy using needle sheath flushing solution: combining PGM-based GPC3 protein detection and gene methylation analysis for improved liver cancer diagnosis. — Anal Methods, 2026-09-21 (PMID 42765306; literature)
What it is
An analysis of DNA or protein to detect the presence and/or location of methyl groups.
Source: National Cancer Institute, NCI Thesaurus 26.09d, C190764. NCI definition, reproduced without modification under CC BY 4.0.
Source identity and definition checked automatically on 2026-10-18. No individual clinical interpretation or human reviewer is asserted.
Compliance note
Reference intervals and interpretation depend on the laboratory, specimen, method and clinical context. This source definition is educational information; it does not establish a diagnosis, product approval or suitability for an individual.