Mitotic checkpoint

The mitotic checkpoint is a regulatory mechanism in cell division that ensures all chromosomes are correctly aligned and attached to the cell’s internal scaffolding before the cell divides. Its purpose is to prevent errors where chromosomes may be unevenly split, which could lead to genetic issues. If any chromosome is not properly attached, the checkpoint halts the division process, giving the cell time to correct the problem. Once everything is in order, the checkpoint allows the cell to proceed with division, promoting accurate and healthy transmission of genetic information to daughter cells.