Can Immune vs Medical Terminologies MCP
A side-by-side look at the Can Immune and Medical Terminologies MCP MCP servers: transport, auth, tools, quality signals, and the config to install either one in Claude, Cursor, Windsurf or VS Code.
Verdict: choose Can Immune for biology & bioinformatics work over a hosted endpoint; choose Medical Terminologies MCP for biology & bioinformatics as a local process. You can also run both side by side in one mcpServers block.
Which MCP server should you choose?
Choose Can Immune when
- You need dedicated capabilities in the Biology & Bioinformatics domain.
- You prefer a remote HTTP/SSE transport.
- You want tools like
database_overview, search_genes, get_gene.
Choose Medical Terminologies MCP when
- You need dedicated capabilities in the Biology & Bioinformatics domain.
- You prefer a local stdio subprocess transport.
- Its auth model fits you: API key required.
- You have the keys it needs:
WHO_CLIENT_ID, WHO_CLIENT_SECRET, WHO_ICD11_RELEASE_ID. - You want tools like
icd11_search, icd11_lookup, icd11_hierarchy.
Feature & specification comparison
Rows where the two servers differ are marked.
| Spec | ||
|---|---|---|
| Category | Biology & Bioinformatics | Biology & Bioinformatics |
| Quality signal | 55/100 · Good | 67/100 · Great |
| Install command | Confirmed | Confirmed |
| Transport | Remote HTTP/SSE | Local subprocess (stdio) |
| Auth | Not declared | API key required |
| Pricing | Not declared | Free |
| Required env vars | None listed | WHO_CLIENT_IDWHO_CLIENT_SECRETWHO_ICD11_RELEASE_ID |
| Verified owner | Community listing | Community listing |
| GitHub stars | 0 | 15 |
| Directory activity | 0 views 0 installs 0 upvotes | 2 views 0 installs 0 upvotes |
| Tools | 12 | 33 |
| Full listing | View Can Immune | View Medical Terminologies MCP |
Tools & capabilities
Can Immune tools 12
database_overviewGet the headline size of the CAN-IMMUNE database in one call. Returns total counts of mutations, genes, and unique mutant peptides, plus how many cell lines, tissues, and cancer types are covered, and the data sources (COSMIC, DepMap/CCLE, PubMed). Use this first to size the resource or to answer "how big is the database / how many X are there" questions. No parameters.search_genesFind genes by symbol or full name, ranked by how mutated they are. Matches the gene symbol OR the full gene name (partial, case-insensitive) and returns each hit with its total mutation count, unique mutant-peptide count, sample count, and UniProt accession. Use it to locate a gene before calling `get_gene`, or to rank a set of genes by mutation burden. Results are ordered by mutation count (most mutated first).get_geneGet the full profile for one gene by exact symbol. Returns total mutations and how they split between cell lines vs tissues, unique mutant peptides, sample and transcript counts, UniProt accession / name / reviewed status, the top ~15 recurrent mutations in that gene, and a link to the gene page. Use this after `search_genes` (or when you already know the symbol) to answer detailed questions about a single gene. Returns an error field if the symbol is not found.search_cell_linesFind cancer cell lines by name, ranked by mutation burden. Returns each matching cell line with its tissue of origin, cancer type, total mutations, unique mutant peptides, data sources (COSMIC / DepMap-CCLE / PubMed), and Cellosaurus ID. Covers only cell-line models (kept separate from primary tissue samples). Use before `get_cell_line` or `top_genes_in_cell_line`. Ordered by mutation count (most mutated first).get_cell_lineGet the full profile for one cancer cell line by exact name. Returns tissue of origin, cancer type, total mutations, unique mutant peptides and genes, data sources, Cellosaurus and DepMap model IDs, gender, category / cell type, and the top ~15 most-mutated genes in that line, plus a link to its page. Use after `search_cell_lines`, or when the exact name is known, for a deep dive on one line. Returns an error field if the name is not found.top_genes_in_cell_lineRank the most-mutated genes within one specific cell line. Answers "what is the top mutated gene in <cell line>" / "which genes are most altered in <cell line>". Returns genes with their mutation counts for that line, highest first, from precomputed per-cell-line stats (fast). For the whole profile of the line use `get_cell_line` instead.list_cancer_typesList cancer types (histology) ranked by mutation burden. Returns each cancer type / histology with its total mutations, unique samples, and unique genes, most-mutated first. Use to see which cancer types dominate the database or to pick one for further drill-down on the website.list_tissuesList primary tissues ranked by mutation burden. Returns each tissue (COSMIC primary-tissue samples only, kept separate from cell lines) with its total mutations, unique samples, and unique genes, most-mutated first. Use for tissue-level questions; for cell lines use `search_cell_lines`.get_gene_mutationsList individual mutations in a gene (a bounded sample of rows). Each row gives the CAN-IMMUNE mutation ID (CANLIB...), the amino-acid change, the CDS change, mutation type (missense / complex substitution), data source, the sample it came from, its primary site, and the mutant peptide. Ordered by mutation ID. Capped at `limit` rows (max 100) for speed - for the complete table of a heavily-mutated gene, link the user to the gene page on the website.get_mhc_bindingLook up a CACHED MHC-I binding prediction for a peptide + HLA allele. Returns the NetMHCpan result (best binding core, %Rank_EL, binder level SB/WB/NB, and neoepitope %Rank_Neo when computed) for predictions already stored in the cache. This tool does NOT run new predictions - it only reads cached ones; if nothing is cached it returns cached=false with a note. To generate a new prediction, use the interactive button on the mutation page of the website.searchSearch CAN-IMMUNE for genes and cell lines (ChatGPT connector interface). Returns {results: [{id, title, url}]} combining matching genes and cell lines, each with a stable `id` (like 'gene:TP53' or 'cell_line:MDA-MB-231'). Pass that `id` to `fetch` to retrieve the full record. This is the generic search endpoint ChatGPT expects; MCP-native clients can also use the more specific `search_genes` / `search_cell_lines` tools.fetchFetch the full record for an id returned by `search` (ChatGPT connector interface). Takes an id like 'gene:TP53' or 'cell_line:MDA-MB-231' and returns {id, title, text, url, metadata} where `text` is the full JSON profile (same data as get_gene / get_cell_line). Always call `search` first to obtain a valid id.
Medical Terminologies MCP tools 33
icd11_searchSearch for medical conditions, diseases, and health problems in ICD-11 (International Classification of Diseases, 11th Revision). Use this tool to: - Find ICD-11 codes for diagnoses - Search for diseases by name or keyword - Look up conditions in multiple languages Set `language` for WHO's official translations — e.g. `language: "pt"` searches and returns the official Portuguese (pt-BR) ICD-11 labels. Never machine-translated. Returns matching entities with codes, titles, and relevance scores.icd11_lookupGet detailed information about a specific ICD-11 entity by code or URI. Use this tool to: - Get the full definition of a disease - Retrieve coding notes and exclusions - Get the official title and synonyms Provide either an ICD-11 code (e.g., "BA00") or a full foundation URI. Set `language` for WHO's official translations (e.g. `language: "pt"` for official Portuguese).icd11_hierarchyNavigate the ICD-11 hierarchy to find parent or child entities. Use this tool to: - Find broader categories (parents) of a condition - Find specific subtypes (children) of a condition - Understand the classification structure Name the entity by `code` (a leaf code like "5A11", or a block range like "5A10-5A2Y" — blocks come back from 'parents' with an empty code and a code_range) or by `uri` (the URI any previous answer returned). Direction 'parents' returns ancestor categories, 'children' returns subcategories. ICD-10 codes (like "E11") are not ICD-11 codes: convert them first with map_icd10_to_icd11.icd11_chaptersList all ICD-11 chapters (top-level categories). Use this tool to: - Get an overview of ICD-11 structure - Find which chapter covers a body system or condition type - Navigate to specific disease categories ICD-11 has 28 chapters covering all areas of medicine.icd11_postcoordinationGet postcoordination information for an ICD-11 code. Use this tool to: - Find available axes for building composite codes - Check required vs optional postcoordination - Understand code extension possibilities Postcoordination allows adding severity, laterality, anatomy, etc.loinc_searchSearch for laboratory tests, clinical observations, and measurements in LOINC (Logical Observation Identifiers Names and Codes). Use this tool to: - Find LOINC codes for lab tests (e.g., "glucose", "hemoglobin") - Search for clinical measurements and vital signs - Look up diagnostic observations Returns matching LOINC codes with names, components, and properties.loinc_detailsGet detailed information about a specific LOINC code. Use this tool to: - Get the full name and description of a LOINC code - Find the component, property, timing, and system - Check the scale type and method Provide a LOINC number in format "XXXXX-X" (e.g., "2339-0" for Glucose).loinc_answersGet the list of valid answers for a LOINC questionnaire item. Use this tool to: - Find valid response options for survey questions - Get answer codes for data entry validation - Look up standardized answer lists Only applicable to LOINC codes that represent questions with defined answer sets.loinc_panelsGet the structure of a LOINC panel or form. Use this tool to: - See all tests included in a panel (e.g., CBC, metabolic panel) - Get the structure of assessment forms - Find related observations grouped together Returns the list of LOINC codes that make up the panel.rxnorm_searchSearch for drugs in RxNorm (Normalized names for clinical drugs). Use this tool to: - Find drug concepts by brand or generic name - Look up medications for prescribing - Search for drug formulations Returns matching drugs with RxCUI identifiers, names, and term types.rxnorm_conceptGet detailed information about a specific RxNorm concept by RxCUI. Use this tool to: - Get the full name and synonyms for a drug - Check the concept status (active, remapped, etc.) - View related concepts (ingredients, brands, forms) Provide an RxCUI (RxNorm Concept Unique Identifier) like "161".rxnorm_ingredientsGet active ingredients for a drug by RxCUI. Use this tool to: - Find the active ingredients in a medication - Check for single vs. multiple ingredient products - Identify the generic components of brand drugs Returns ingredient RxCUIs and names.- +21 more on the listing page
Ready-to-paste client configs
Paste either block (or both) into your client config, e.g. claude_desktop_config.json or ~/.cursor/mcp.json. We only show a config when the install command is confirmed.
Can Immune
{
"mcpServers": {
"can-immune": {
"url": "https://canelib.erc.monash.edu/mcp"
}
}
}
Medical Terminologies MCP
{
"mcpServers": {
"sidneybissoli-medical-terminologies-mcp": {
"command": "npx",
"args": [
"-y",
"medical-terminologies-mcp"
],
"env": {
"WHO_CLIENT_ID": "YOUR_WHO_CLIENT_ID_HERE",
"WHO_CLIENT_SECRET": "YOUR_WHO_CLIENT_SECRET_HERE",
"WHO_ICD11_RELEASE_ID": "YOUR_WHO_ICD11_RELEASE_ID_HERE"
}
}
}
}
Frequently asked questions
Can Immune is categorized under Biology & Bioinformatics and uses a remote HTTP/SSE transport. Medical Terminologies MCP belongs to Biology & Bioinformatics and uses a local stdio subprocess. Pick Can Immune for biology & bioinformatics work and Medical Terminologies MCP for biology & bioinformatics.
Copy the mcpServers block from the config section on this page into your client's config (for example claude_desktop_config.json or ~/.cursor/mcp.json), then fully restart the client.
Can Immune has no declared pricing — check the project's own site. Medical Terminologies MCP is listed as free. Auth: api key required. If a server needs environment variables such as API keys, define them under the env key in your client's MCP config.
Yes. MCP clients support multiple servers: add can-immune and sidneybissoli-medical-terminologies-mcp as separate keys in the same mcpServers object, and your assistant will call tools from either one.
On AllMCPs, Can Immune has a quality signal of 55/100 (Good) with 0 views, 0 installs and 0 GitHub stars. Medical Terminologies MCP has 67/100 (Great) with 2 views, 0 installs and 15 GitHub stars.