Private Gender Scan in Hampstead, London

Baby Gender Ultrasound Scans from 16 Weeks at Murakami Medical Centre

At Murakami Medical Centre in Hampstead, we offer private Gender Scans from 16 weeks of pregnancy onwards, giving expectant parents the opportunity to discover their baby’s gender within a calm, professional, and reassuring clinical environment.

For many families, this stage of pregnancy represents an exciting milestone. Alongside gender identification, the appointment also provides an opportunity to observe your baby’s development, movement, and wellbeing during the second trimester.

Our scans are performed by experienced ultrasound clinicians using high-quality imaging technology, ensuring professional assessment and a supportive experience throughout your appointment.

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Understanding Your Gender Scan Appointment

By 16 weeks of pregnancy, fetal development is usually advanced enough for ultrasound imaging to identify whether your baby is male or female. During this stage, babies are often more active and visible on ultrasound, allowing parents to enjoy a clearer view of their baby’s growth and movement.

For many expectant parents, a Gender Scan is not only about learning the baby’s gender but also about feeling more connected to the pregnancy and gaining additional reassurance regarding development and wellbeing.

Private gender scanning also allows families to access appointments earlier than routine NHS scans while benefiting from a more personalised and relaxed clinical experience.

What Happens During a Gender Scan?

A Gender Scan is performed using abdominal ultrasound imaging and is completely non-invasive. During the appointment, the clinician will assess fetal position, movement, heartbeat, and general development before determining whether the ultrasound findings are consistent with a male or female fetus.

The appointment also includes a general wellbeing assessment, allowing the sonographer to review your baby’s growth and progression during the second trimester.

Your appointment may include:

✓ Gender identification from 16 weeks pregnancy
✓ General fetal wellbeing assessment
✓ Review of fetal heartbeat and movement
✓ Observation of your baby’s growth and development
✓ Opportunity to see your baby during the scan
✓ Professional ultrasound assessment in a private clinic setting

Throughout the scan, findings are explained clearly and sensitively, ensuring parents feel comfortable, informed, and reassured throughout the appointment.

Why Families Choose Murakami Medical Centre

At Murakami Medical Centre, we understand that pregnancy scans are both medically important and emotionally meaningful. Our focus is on creating a professional yet welcoming experience where expectant parents feel supported during every stage of their pregnancy journey.

All scans are performed within a private clinical setting by experienced ultrasound professionals using high-quality imaging equipment. We take time to ensure patients feel informed throughout the appointment while providing clear explanation and professional assessment at every stage.

Our aim is to provide a calm and memorable experience that combines expert ultrasound care with personalised support.

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Why Book Your Ultrasound With Murakami Medical Centre

Advanced High Resolution Imaging
High-resolution, real-time imaging providing detailed insight without radiation.
Prevention Focused Approach
Structured screening designed to identify concerns early and provide reassurance.
Unhurried Appointments
We allow dedicated time for every appointment, ensuring careful imaging and clear explanation.
Medical Led Clinical Expertise
Every scan is performed with medical oversight, ensuring accurate imaging, professional interpretation and clear next steps.

Frequently Asked Questions About Gender Scans at Murakami Medical Centre, Hampsteap

How early can a Gender Scan accurately determine my baby’s gender?

Gender Scans are typically performed from 16 weeks of pregnancy onwards, as this is generally the stage at which fetal anatomy can be visualised more reliably using ultrasound imaging.

Although gender may occasionally be suggested earlier in pregnancy, waiting until at least 16 weeks significantly improves the accuracy of assessment and reduces uncertainty during the examination. Factors such as fetal position and movement can still influence visibility during the scan.

How accurate is a private Gender Scan?

Gender identification at 16 weeks is generally highly accurate when imaging conditions are favourable and fetal positioning allows clear visualisation. However, as with all ultrasound examinations, accuracy can occasionally be affected by factors such as gestational age, maternal body habitus, fetal movement, and positioning during the appointment.

At Murakami Medical Centre, scans are performed by experienced ultrasound clinicians who prioritise careful and responsible assessment throughout the examination.

Does the appointment only focus on gender identification?

No. While the primary purpose of the appointment is to determine your baby’s gender, the scan also includes a general wellbeing assessment and review of fetal development during the second trimester.

This includes assessment of fetal heartbeat, movement, and general growth appropriate for gestational age. Many parents value the additional reassurance that comes from observing their baby’s progression during pregnancy.

What should I expect during the appointment?

During the appointment, an experienced ultrasound clinician will perform thDuring your appointment, an experienced ultrasound clinician will carry out an abdominal ultrasound examination using high-quality imaging equipment. Ultrasound gel is applied to the abdomen to allow detailed visualisation of the baby throughout the scan.

The clinician will assess fetal development, movement, and positioning before determining whether imaging findings are consistent with a male or female fetus. Findings are discussed clearly during the appointment, and patients are encouraged to ask questions throughout the examination.

The overall experience is designed to be both reassuring and memorable for expectant parents.

What happens if the baby’s position prevents gender identification?

In some pregnancies, fetal positioning may temporarily limit visibility during the scan, making gender assessment more difficult at the time of the appointment. Babies may occasionally be positioned in a way that prevents clear visualisation of the relevant anatomical area.

If imaging is limited, this will be explained honestly and professionally during the scan. Our priority is always to provide accurate assessment rather than uncertain interpretation.

Is ultrasound gender scanning safe during pregnancy?

Yes. Ultrasound imaging is considered a safe and well-established method of assessing pregnancy and fetal development. The scan is non-invasive and does not involve radiation exposure.

Pregnancy ultrasound scans are routinely used throughout obstetric care to monitor fetal wellbeing, growth, and development, with patient safety and comfort remaining a priority throughout the examination.

Private Gender Scan in Hampstead, London

Baby Gender Ultrasound Scans from 16 Weeks at Murakami Medical Centre

Understanding Your Gender Scan Appointment

What Happens During a Gender Scan?

Advanced High Resolution Imaging

Prevention Focused Approach

Unhurried Appointments

Medical Led Clinical Expertise

Frequently Asked Questions About Gender Scans at Murakami Medical Centre, Hampsteap