get_xrefs_by_gene
Retrieve external database cross-references for Ensembl genes to connect genomic data with external resources like HGNC or UniProt.
Instructions
Get external references (cross-references) for a gene
Input Schema
TableJSON Schema
| Name | Required | Description | Default |
|---|---|---|---|
| gene_id | Yes | Ensembl gene stable ID | |
| external_db | No | Filter by external database name (e.g., HGNC, UniProt) |