The invention relates to a method for transmitting digital information packets in a data network from an emitter to a receiver, the information packets being transported by means of a transport layer. Based upon the identified time series data, the time series data is moved to selected ones of the plurality of separate data storage devices, and the movement is temporary for processing purposes. The lancet device includes a drive spring disposed within the housing for biasing the lancet structure toward the puncturing position, and a retaining hub retaining the lancet structure in the retracted position against the bias of the drive spring.