Cis versus Trans eQTLs and the Distance Window

Determines the search window and multiple-testing burden; a common confusion.

Questions this Concept answers

Why do eQTL studies typically use a fixed distance window, such as one megabase, when searching for cis effects?

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Expression Quantitative Trait Locus (eQTL) Mapping in Human Genetics

Expression quantitative trait locus (eQTL) mapping extends the genome-wide association study (GWAS) framework, in which genetic variants are tested for statistical association with a continuously var…