Ultrasound reports usually do not state the baby’s sex unless it was specifically checked and legally allowed in your location
The baby’s sex is often identified by seeing the genital area clearly on the scan
Male fetus may be reported as “male genitalia,” “boy,” or “testes/penis seen”
Female fetus may be reported as “female genitalia,” “girl,” or “labia seen”
Some reports use terms like “sex not determined” or “gender not visualized” if the view is unclear
Accuracy depends on the baby’s position, gestational age, and image quality
Sex is more reliably seen during the mid-pregnancy anatomy scan
If the report does not mention sex, ask the sonographer or doctor directly
In some places, ultrasound sex determination may be restricted by law
Only a qualified medical professional can confirm the result from the scan