CRP and neutropenia: Other researchers found that age greater than 70 years, uncontrolled hematological disease, an Eastern Cooperative Oncology Group grade of 3 or 4, a C-reactive protein level greater than 20 mg/dL, and neutropenia are associated with increased mortality risk [37]; use of azithromycin or low-dose corticosteroids was associated with decreased mortality risk; and use of hydroxychloroquine did not significantly improve the mortality rate.