The gene for Wilson&;s disease is on

In Wilson&;s disease,the underlying defect lies in the long arm of chromosome 13 where there is a mutation in ATP7B gene,the normal hepatic copper- excreting gene.Eventually,capacity of hepatocytes to store copper is exceeded and copper is released into circulation which then gets deposited in extrahepatic tissues such as the brain eyes, and others. Reference:Textbook of pathology-Harsh Mohan,6th edition,page no:628