This document provides information on testing for sterility of parenterals using membrane filtration and direct inoculation methods. It describes two culture media used - Fluid Thioglycollate medium and Soybean-Casein Digest medium. The membrane filtration method is appropriate for aqueous, oily, and alcohol preparations. All steps are performed aseptically. Samples are filtered and media is incubated for 7-14 days. Observations are made for evidence of microbial growth to determine if the test passes for sterility.