ASTM D128 standard test methods for analysis of lubricating grease
4. Significance and Use
4.1 These test methods can be used to identify and estimate the amount of some of the constituents of lubricating greases. These test methods are applicable to many, but not all, greases.

4.2 Composition should not be considered as having any direct bearing on service performance unless such correlation is established.

NOTE 2 - Details on other test methods for grease analysis can be found in other reference material.