Compare the sedimentation rate for the individual suffering a myocardial infarction with the sedimentation rate for the individual with angina pectoris. Explain how you might use this data to monitor heart conditions.
a) Sedimentation rate is higher in myocardial infarction and lower in angina pectoris; monitoring involves tracking changes in sedimentation rate over time
b) Sedimentation rate is lower in myocardial infarction and higher in angina pectoris; monitoring involves regular blood tests for sedimentation rate
c) There is no difference in sedimentation rate between the two conditions; monitoring requires other diagnostic measures
d) Sedimentation rate is not a reliable indicator of heart conditions; monitoring should focus on symptoms and imaging tests