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It depends on the level of the sonogram and its purpose. Looking at veins and things of that nature, they're reliable. When it comes to determining a baby's size - they'll give you a decent range ... but they are not very accurate nor can they be fully reliable.

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About a week maximum. Normally though, they are accurate to 1 day.

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