Web-Based Software for Storage, Statistical Processing and Analysis of SNP Data in Studies on Complex Disorders

Single nucleotide polymorphisms (SNPs) have become a very powerful tool for molecular genetics studies. Public databases provide information on over 10 million polymorphisms in the human genome. The candidate gene approach and genomewide association studies through SNP analysis have opened a new avenue for defining the genetics of complex disorders. However, analysis of large numbers of SNPs is time-consuming, cost-intensive, and requires huge experimental and statistical resources in association studies. We have developed a web-based product that facilitates the processing and statistical analysis of SNP-genotyping data for casecontrol association studies and provides for custom design, a structured database and practical export layout. Here we describe the software product database and how it helps in high-speed comprehensive SNP analysis.