What is the difference between a Series and a DataSet?
A GEO Series (GSExxx) is an original submitter-supplied record that summarizes an experiment. These data are reassembled by GEO staff into GEO Datasets (GDSxxx). A DataSet represents a collection of biologically- and statistically-comparable Samples processed using the same Platform. Information reflecting experimental variables is provided through DataSet subsets. Both Series and DataSets are searchable using the Entrez GEO DataSets interface, but only DataSets form the basis of GEO’s advanced data display and analysis tools including gene expression profile charts and DataSet clusters. Not all submitted data are suitable for DataSet assembly and we are experiencing a backlog in DataSet creation, so not all Series have a corresponding DataSet record(s).
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