What is Coefficient of Variation (cv)

This chapter describes the application of the BeadArrayTM technology for gene expression profiling. It introduces the BeadArrayTM technology, shows possible approaches for data analysis, and demonstrates to the reader how the technology performs in comparison to alternative microarray platforms. With this technique, high quality results can be achieved so that many researchers consider employing it for their projects. It can be expected that the technology will gain much importance in the future. The author hopes that this résumé will introduce researchers to this novel way of performing gene expression experiments, thus giving them a profound base for judging which technology to employ.