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What is the ruling of Islamic law on determining the sex of a fetus through IVF if the family has only daughters and no male children?

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It is not permissible to perform IVF for those who are capable of natural conception, because it necessitates exposure of the major 'awrah, and there is a possibility of mixing sperm and eggs, which could lead to confusion of lineage. One must be content with Allah's decree and destiny.

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