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Definition of Interleukin-1
Medically reviewed by Min Clinic Staff | Updated: January 2026
Interleukin-1: A protein produced by various cells, including macrophages, interleukin-1 raises body temperature, spurs the production of interferon, and stimulates growth of disease-fighting cells, among other functions. Abbreviated IL-1.