By the midpoint of pregnancy, an ultrasound can give you a pretty good prediction of your babys sex (if you want to know). But it is possible for the ultrasound prediction to be incorrect, and youve probably heard stories about people who have prepared for the boy they saw on ultrasound who was actually a girl.

How likely is it for an ultrasound to be wrong?

The chances of an error with ultrasound are up to 5 percent, says Schaffir.

Is ultrasound always accurate?

The ultrasound scan isnt 100 per cent accurate, but the advantages of the test are that its non-invasive, painless and safe for both mother and unborn baby. If fetal abnormalities are detected, you may be offered further tests to confirm the diagnosis, such as amniocentesis and chorionic villus sampling.

Can a hard ultrasound hurt the baby?

No, having an ultrasound wont affect your baby . Ultrasound sends sound waves through your womb (uterus), which bounce off your babys body . The echoes are turned into an image on a screen, so your sonographer can see your babys position and movements.

Can facial abnormalities be detected on ultrasound?

A 3D fetal ultrasound can detect facial abnormalities or neural tube defects. Typically, a fetal ultrasound offers reassurance that a baby is growing and developing normally.