Molecules called lipoproteins carry cholesterol in the blood. Two important kinds of lipoproteins are low-density lipoprotein (LDL) and high-density lipoprotein (HDL). When checking LDL and HDL, doctors often include another type of fat called triglycerides. 1  Total cholesterol is a measure of the total amount of cholesterol in your blood and is based on the HDL, LDL, and triglycerides numbers. 2  LDL cholesterol makes up the majority of the bodyâs cholesterol.
Is your yellow nasal discharge light or dark? A dark yellow mucus can indicate a sinus infection (but again is not necessarily so) while a light yellow mucus can be produced by dry air and a thick yellow mucus can indicate the presence of a cold that requires one to drink more water.
But, bright yellow mucus doesnât in itself indicate any specific health distress (although, it can certainly be a symptom of some). It can be attributed to common causes such as constipation and even allergies. Yellow mucus in stool remnants can in some cases be a cause for concern. Because yellow stools in general can refer to troubles with various organs, with common causes being infection and inflammation. The stomach, liver and pancreas can all be affected if yellow stools persist.