Used in research and diagnostic applications to detect and quantify fibroblast growth factor 2 (FGF2) in biological samples. Plays a key role in studies related to angiogenesis, wound healing, and tumor development due to FGF2's involvement in cell proliferation and differentiation. Employed in immunoassays such as ELISA and Western blotting, as well as in immunohistochemistry for tissue staining. Also utilized in neutralization experiments to block FGF2 activity in cell culture models, helping to elucidate FGF2 signaling pathways. Its high specificity makes it valuable for monitoring FGF2 levels in disease states like cancer and cardiovascular conditions.