Analysis of Variance (also known as Analysis, Variance, Analyses, Variance): A statistical technique that isolates and assesses the contributions of categorical independent variables to variation in the mean of a continuous dependent variable.

NIH MeSH · D000704Analytical, Diagnostic and Therapeutic Techniques and Equipment

Analysis of Variance

Also known asAnalysis, Variance · Analyses, Variance · Variance Analyses · Variance Analysis · ANOVA

Definition

A statistical technique that isolates and assesses the contributions of categorical independent variables to variation in the mean of a continuous dependent variable.

MeSH classification

  • E05.318.740.150
  • N05.715.360.750.125
  • N06.850.520.830.150

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Common questions about Analysis of Variance

What does Analysis of Variance mean in medicine?
A statistical technique that isolates and assesses the contributions of categorical independent variables to variation in the mean of a continuous dependent variable. This definition is taken from the National Library of Medicine's MeSH (Medical Subject Headings) 2026 release, which is the standard vocabulary used to index PubMed and most medical literature.
Is Analysis of Variance known by any other names?
Yes. Analysis of Variance is also referred to as Analysis, Variance, Analyses, Variance, Variance Analyses, Variance Analysis in different clinical, research and patient-facing contexts. The MeSH descriptor groups all of these synonyms under a single canonical concept so research and records stay consistent.
Where does Analysis of Variance sit in the medical classification?
Analysis of Variance falls under the broader medical category "Analytical, Diagnostic and Therapeutic Techniques and Equipment" in the MeSH hierarchy (tree numbers: E05.318.740.150, N05.715.360.750.125, N06.850.520.830.150). Browsing the related concepts on this page takes you to neighbouring topics in the same branch of medicine.
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Source: NIH MeSH 2026 (D000704) — National Library of Medicine, public domain. View official MeSH record ↗