If an anomaly is found, your healthcare provider may refer you for additional testing, such as fetal echocardiography, amniocentesis, or a consultation with a maternal-fetal medicine specialist. The goal is to confirm the diagnosis and plan appropriate care.

Yes, the baby’s gender can often be determined during the scan if the parents wish to know and if the baby is in a favorable position. However, in some regions, revealing the baby's gender may be restricted due to legal regulations.

While it is not mandatory, it is highly recommended for all pregnant women. This scan is a standard part of prenatal care and helps detect potential congenital anomalies early, allowing for appropriate management and planning.

The scan can identify many major structural abnormalities but cannot detect all birth defects, especially those that are functional (like metabolic disorders) or develop later in pregnancy. Further diagnostic tests may be needed to confirm certain conditions.