Used in research to study cardiovascular and inflammatory processes. Acts as a signaling molecule in the regulation of blood vessel tone, promoting vasodilation in various tissues. Investigated for its role in modulating ion channels and cellular responses in the heart and vascular system. Also involved in kidney function and has been studied in models of hypertension and ischemia-reperfusion injury. Due to its instability, it is often used in experimental settings to understand epoxyeicosatrienoic acid (EET) metabolism and its interaction with enzymes like soluble epoxide hydrolase (sEH).