Used in research to study atherosclerosis and cardiovascular diseases by binding to oxidized low-density lipoproteins (oxLDL). Helps in understanding the role of LOX-1 receptors in endothelial dysfunction, inflammation, and plaque formation. Employed in immunoassays and protein interaction studies due to the Fc tag, which allows detection and purification using standard anti-Fc reagents. Supports drug development targeting LOX-1 mediated pathways.