Exploring the genes that help protect genetic information, regulate cell growth, support eye development, transport essential minerals and maintain healthy blood vessels. Introduction What connects the body’s ability to repair damaged DNA, regulate cell division, develop the retina, process copper and maintain the structure of blood vessels? An important part of the answer lies in Chromosome 13. Chromosome 13 contains several genes with essential roles in human development and cellular maintenance. Some help protect the integrity of our genetic information, while others regulate cell growth, support the development of the eyes, transport copper and maintain the structural foundations of blood vessels. Among its best-known genes are BRCA2, RB1, ATP7B, FLT1,…