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BASIS OF PRESENTATION (Details) $ in Millions | Sep. 29, 2023 USD ($)
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Discontinued Operations, Disposed of by Sale | BioPharma Solutions |
Disclosure Basis Of Presentation Details [Line Items] |
Pre-tax cash proceeds | $ 3,960

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