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When compared with measurements prior to raising lung volume, there was a highly significant (<jats:italic>P</jats:italic> &lt; 0.001) decrease in V′<jats:sub>maxFRC</jats:sub> by 40 ml · sec<jats:sup>−1</jats:sup> when measurements were repeated (95% CI, −59, −20 ml · sec<jats:sup>−1</jats:sup>), equivalent to a reduction of 20% or −0.6 SD scores in flows. There was no significant change in selected tidal breathing parameters, 95% CI of differences between the two sets of measurements being −1.5, 1.2 bpm for respiratory rate; −0.5, 0.2 ml · kg<jats:sup>−1</jats:sup> for weight corrected tidal volume, and −0.04, 0.01 for tidal breathing ratio (t<jats:sub>PTEF</jats:sub>:t<jats:sub>E</jats:sub>). In conclusion, although the mechanism remains unclear, raised volume maneuvers may influence subsequent measures of lung function in infants. Further research is needed to clarify the potential mechanisms. In the meantime, the potential impact of the order of lung function tests within any given study protocol should be considered carefully. 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