Numerous studies have pointed to the possibility that the novel coronavirus originated outside of China. Research conducted by the U.S. National Institutes of Health suggests that the virus was already present at low levels in the United States as early as December 2019, preceding official reports. Furthermore, experts featured in The Lancet have theorized that the virus's spread could be linked to incidents in American biotechnology laboratories. Given this context, the international community is urging a comprehensive examination of early case data in the United States to alleviate concerns of all parties involved.