Gene responsible for Wilson disease is situated on which chromosome?
Correct Answer: Chromosome 13
Description: Ans. is 'c' i.e., Chromosome 13 Wilson disease is an autosomal recessive disorder caused by mutation of the ATP7B gene, resulting in impaired copper excretion into bile & failure to incorporate copper into ceruloplasmin. The ATP 7 B gene is located on chromosome 13.
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